Add a healthy twist to mealtime with this delicious low-carb, but full-flavored recipe for bacon wrapped asparagus in the air fryer!
Sweet asparagus bundles are wrapped in smoky bacon and air-fried until tender-crisp.
Make this elegant recipe and serve as an appetizer, a side dish, or a quick snack!
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
- Bacon wrapped asparagus bundles are deliciously healthy and a favorite with followers of the keto diet!
- This time-saving recipe gets crispy asparagus on the table fast with minimal clean-up!
- Keep batches warm in the oven or cook them up to 2 days in advance and re-crisp them in the Air Fryer before serving.
- Powerful Ninja, Nuwave, or Cuisinart air fryers cook with little to no fat, and cleanup is a cinch!
Ingredients and Variations
Asparagus – Choose spears that are deep green with a tinge of green or purple on the tips. Be sure to get spears of the same width so they cook evenly.
Bacon – Regular bacon works perfectly and it’s okay to try any of the flavored varieties like maple, peppered, or even turkey bacon.
Seasonings – Leftover bacon grease instead of olive oil will add a smoky flavor to the asparagus. Seasoned salt pairs well with the other ingredients, but you can season bundled asparagus with garlic or onion powder, a brush of maple syrup, honey, brown sugar, Italian dressing, or even a sprinkle of parmesan cheese.
Variations – Bacon can be wrapped in singles, too! Prosciutto is another excellent choice.
How to Make Bacon Wrapped Asparagus in the Air Fryer
Sweet asparagus bundles are wrapped in smoky bacon and air-fried until tender-crisp.
- Prep asparagus (per the recipe below) and toss with oil and seasonings.
- Wrap bundles of four with a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick.
- Cook in a single layer until the asparagus is tender and the bacon is crispy.
Delish Dipping Sauces
Bacon wrapped asparagus are delicious on their own (who doesn’t love bacon-wrapped anything?) but tasty sauces like a sweet-tart honey mustard, a tangy teriyaki, or a creamy veggie dip are all good choices for pairing with asparagus bundles.
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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 6-8 pieces bacon
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 370℉.
- Wash and dry asparagus. Cut off any woody ends.
- In a bowl combine the asparagus with oil, seasoned salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Divide asparagus spears into groups of 4 and wrap each group with a slice of bacon. Secure with a toothpick.
- Lay bundles in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don't overlap. You may need to cook in batches.
- Air fry for 9-11 minutes or until asparagus is tender and bacon is crisp.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
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