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This image shows the Instant Pot in Sauté mode, ready to cook Brussels sprouts and other ingredients for a flavorful dish.

Instant Pot Brussels Sprouts Recipe

This Instant Pot Brussels Sprouts recipe delivers tender, flavorful sprouts in minutes. With a quick sauté of onions and Brussels sprouts followed by pressure cooking in seasoned vegetable broth, it’s a delicious and simple side dish perfect for any meal or occasion.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Additional Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 113 kcal

Equipment

  • Instant pot
  • Spatula
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cup

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • ½ tsp ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb Whole wheat bruseels sprouts
  • 1 onion chopped

Instructions
 

  • Set the Instant Pot to the Sauté setting.
    This image shows olive oil heating up in the Instant Pot while chopped onions are being sautéed, forming a savory base for the Brussels sprouts dish.
  • Heat olive oil and sauté the onions until they become translucent, approximately 2 minutes.
    heating-the-olive-oil-and-onion-in-the-pot-to-saute-them-slightly-before-adding-vegetables
  • Add the Brussels sprouts to the pot and cook for 1 more minute, stirring occasionally.
    This image shows salt and pepper being added to the Brussels sprouts in the Instant Pot, enhancing the flavor before cooking.
  • Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
    This image shows the Instant Pot lid being secured in place, ready to cook the Brussels sprouts under high pressure for a tender, flavorful result.
  • Pour the vegetable broth over the Brussels sprouts.
    This image shows vegetable broth being poured into the Instant Pot, creating a flavorful base for the Brussels sprouts to cook in.
  • Secure the lid on the Instant Pot and set it to high pressure following the manufacturer's guidelines.
  • Cook for 3 minutes under high pressure.
    This image shows the Instant Pot cooking Brussels sprouts under high pressure for 3 minutes, ensuring they are perfectly cooked.
  • Use the quick-release method to carefully release the pressure, which takes about 5 minutes.
  • Open the lid, stir, and serve the Brussels sprouts warm.
    This image shows the Instant Pot lid being opened, and Brussels sprouts are stirred for a final mix before serving.

Notes

  • For a caramelized flavor, brown the Brussels sprouts slightly before adding the broth.
  • To enhance the taste, toss the cooked Brussels sprouts with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.