Name: Instant Pot Brussel Sprouts – Quick, Healthy and Yummy
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 4 min
Total time: 9 min
Ingredients: Brussel sprouts (Washed with ends cut off and fist layer removed)1 cup waterOptional: Olive oil and garlic salt

I know there is ONLY one week until Easter, but perhaps you will have some time this week to set aside and make a little something fun for the holiday. Here are 5 DIY Easter projects to consider.

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Natural Easter Egg Dye

Don’t you just love the rich vibrant colors of these eggs? The most exciting part is that they are dyed with natural stuff, items you most likely have in your kitchen. Beets, onions, turmeric, hibiscus, and purple cabbage with a little vinegar.

It will take a little time to make each color, 15 minutes to an hour, but worth the time if you want to go “natural”. I have not yet tried this, but plan on inviting my kids over and assigning each one of them a color to make and bring to our “Colored Easter Egg” get-together. I will let you know how it goes.

Upcycled Sweater Bunny

This little guy is so fun to make using upcycled sweaters or t-shirts.

Click on the photo to get the link for the pattern.

I remember making these eggs in school. A fun little project using a little cornstarch, string and a balloon as the mold.

Click on the photo above for the full scoop.

Paint Chip Garland

I love recycling things, and for some reason, I am drawn to paint sample chips. Who knew you could make something so fun with paint chips?

Get the full scoop HERE.

Soft Sculpture Carrots

Last, but not least, is my favorite holiday decoration…….soft sculptured carrots. I know I have posted on these before, but just a little reminder of a fun, quick and charming craft to whip up.

These little guys are fun to

Give as gifts
Glue a magnet on the back of one and place it on your fridge for some bright cheery color
Attach a string and a name tag for place settings at your Easter dinner

Here is the link for the FREE pattern and tutorial.

Well, I hope these Easter projects get you into the spring and Easter mood. Have a good one!

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If you like brussel sprouts, the Instant Pot is a quick and easy way to cook them.

If you don’t like brussel sprouts, you may want to give them a try. These little cabbage tasting gems are packed full of health benefits and CAN be quite tasty if prepared the right way. We like to steam them in the Instant Pot and then place them under the broiler for a few minutes. This gives them a little carmely, crunchy flavor. Yum, yum!

Why Brussel Sprouts are good for you

1-Helps Protect Against Cancer with Antioxidants & Phytochemicals

2-Provides Bone Building Vitamin K

3-Contains Immune Boosting Vitamin C

4-Fights Inflammation and Heart Disease

5-Good For Digestive Health

6-Protects Eyes & Skin Health

7-Contains Potassium For Proper Nerve Function

8-Improves Brain Health

9-Contains Folate Which Helps With Healthy Pregnancy

10-Helps Balance Blood Sugar and Fights Diabetes

You can get the full scoop on Dr. Axe’s website.

How to prepare brussel sprouts in the Instant Pot

Did you know brussel sprouts grow on a stem like this? I had no idea until a few years ago. My Dad grew a lot of different vegetables, but he didn’t grow these. I think they are the coolest thing ever.

Once in a while you will see them in the produce section still on the stalks, or at a farmers market. They will be a lot fresher on the stem, but are still good off the stem. Costco sells organic frozen brussel sprouts, which is ideal. No cutting and washing.

Wash and trim the sprouts

Cut off the stem ends and peel off the outer layer. This can be a little tedious, but a good opportunity to slow down and be a little mindful of the task you are doing.

The sprouts can vary in size. If the sprouts are big, say 2 inches, I like to cut them in half. 1 inch sprouts are good to just leave whole. Throw the stems and outer leaves in garbage or compost.

Place in Steam Basket

I love this steam basket. It fits great in the Instant Pot. I use it to steam all my veggies and it works well to cook hard boiled eggs in. It gets used a ton. It is a little pricey, but it is stainless steel and very durable!

Add 1 cup water to the pot.

Place the Instant Pot lid on and set timer

Press the “MANUAL” button and adjust time down to 3 minutes for small sprouts or ones that are cut in half and 4 minutes for whole sprouts. Flip the valve for pressure.

When the beeper sounds, flip valve to “QUICK RELEASE“

Serve like this, or to crisp the edges in the broiler (optional).

to broil

Turn the oven onto “BROIL”. Place a sheet of parchment paper onto a cookie sheet. Spread the steamed sprouts onto the pan in a single layer. Drizzle a little olive oil over the top and sprinkle with salt or garlic salt. Place in the oven for a few minutes until cooked to your liking.

You gotta love this! Sprinkle with a little Parmesan cheese (optional) and ENJOY!

You may be interested in some other INSTANT POT RECIPES.

Instant Pot Brussel Sprouts – Quick, Healthy and Yummy

How to prepare brussel sprouts in the Instant Pot

Prep Time5 min
Cook Time4 min
Total Time9 min

Course
- Side Dish
Cooking Method
- Instant pot

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Ingredients

- Brussel sprouts (Washed with ends cut off and fist layer removed)
- 1 cup water
- Optional: Olive oil and garlic salt

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INSTUCTIONS

Trim ends off washed brussel sprouts and remove first layer

Place in Steam Basket

Add 1 cup water to the pot

Place the Instant Pot lid on and set timer

Press the “MANUAL” button and adjust time down to 3 minutes for small sprouts or ones that are cut in half and 4 minutes for whole sprouts. Flip the valve for pressure.

When the beeper sounds, flip valve to “QUICK RELEASE“

Serve like this, or to crisp the edges in the broiler (optional).

To broil

You gotta love this! Sprinkle with a little Parmesan cheese (optional) and ENJOY!

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