Air Fryer Asparagus

Air fryer asparagus is a vegetable side dish that cooks to tender-crisp perfection! 

Spring and summer asparagus is such a delicious treat, and the air fryer cooks it perfectly every time! Why heat up the oven when the air fryer can make it fast and flavorful with minimal clean-up? Cook up a double batch and add leftovers to your favorite salads all week long!

Air Fryer Asparagus

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Quick & Easy Asparagus Recipe!

• Get perfectly air-fried asparagus with only 3 ingredients!
• Cook asparagus in minutes for batch cooking and use it all week long in hot dishes or cold salads!
• Whether you have a Ninja, a Cosori, or a Vortex, air fryers bring out the best flavors in vegetables in addition to retaining their nutrients.

Ingredients and Variations

ASPARAGUS: Choose stalks that are the same width so they cook at the same rate. Fresh asparagus should be deep green with pink, purple, or white tips.

Frozen asparagus can be used if fresh isn’t available, and there is no need to thaw!

SEASONINGS: Toss with your favorite DIY seasoning blends like this homemade lemon pepper seasoning or keep it simple and toss with a little salt and pepper.

How to Cook Asparagus in the Air Fryer

This recipe is so simple to prepare. Just two steps to tender-crisp asparagus every time!

1. Toss asparagus in oil and seasonings
2. Cook in the air fryer (per the recipe below) until tender.

PRO TIP: Sprinkle on a little parmesan cheese for the last minute or two for a crispy coating!

Tips for Air Fryer Asparagus

• Hold a stalk and bend it until the thick end snaps off (about 1 to 2 inches from the end). Line up the remaining stalks and cut them at the end of the snapped stalk. This guarantees uniform-looking asparagus every time.
• Cook asparagus in a single layer so the hot air has plenty of space to circulate around each piece.
• Try this prosciutto-wrapped asparagus recipe for an elegant appetizer.
• Make it a meal and serve with air fryer chicken or air fryer pork tenderloin.

Our Favorite Air Fryer Veggies

• Air Fryer Mushrooms and Asparagus – ready in under 15 mins!
• Air Fryer Vegetables – perfect mix of your favorite veggies
• Air Fryer Broccoli Tots – quick and easy side dish or snack!
• Air Fryer Corn on the Cob – made with 4 simple ingredients
• Air Fryer Cauliflower – a simple side dish

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Air Fryer Asparagus

Asparagus has never been this quick and easy to make.

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Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 7 mins

Total Time 12 mins

Servings 4

Author Holly

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients

• 1 pound asparagus
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

• Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
• Wash and dry the asparagus trimming the ends*.
• Toss the asparagus with the oil and seasonings.
• Place in the air fryer basket and cook for 7-10 minutes or until tender.

Notes

To trim the ends: Hold the stalk and bend it until the thick end snaps off (about 1 to 2 inches from the end). Line up the remaining stalks and cut them to the same length.

Nutrition

Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 229mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 857IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg

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