Air Fryer Asparagus is so crispy and tender, and is done in just a few minutes! This asparagus is a yummy side dish to almost any meal, and is healthy too!
Asparagus in the Air Fryer
Making this perfect side dish for dinner is so easy! Making fresh asparagus spears in the air fryer, is fast, and in a fraction of cook time that a traditional oven uses.
You will love this healthy side dish in the air fryer, because it is so fast and easy and just uses simple ingredients! And for variety, make it with different seasonings each time, until you find your favorite blend!
If you love a healthy vegetable, you can also try these easy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts, Air Fryer Broccoli, or Air Fryer Mushrooms.
Ingredients:
- fresh asparagus stalks
- olive oil
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- garlic powder
How to make Asparagus in Air Fryer
- Rinse the asparagus well. Trim the stems of the asparagus, cutting about 1-2 inches off the bottoms of each stem.
- Brush with olive oil, covering the asparagus, then season with salt & pepper, garlic powder, or other desired seasonings on the asparagus.
- Place asparagus in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry asparagus at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 8-10 minutes of cooking time, depending on desired crispness. Toss asparagus halfway during air frying.
I make this recipe in my Cosori 5.8 qt. air fryer or 6.8 quart air fryer. Depending on your air fryer model, size and wattages, air fryer cooking time may need to be adjusted 1-2 minutes.
Optional Toppings:
Sprinkle with slivered almonds, balsamic vinegar, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, everything but the bagel seasonings, or top with a sprinkling of parmesan cheese, like Kraft Cheese.
FAQ's
The beauty of asparagus is that is goes well with so many things! Air fryer steak, air fryer salmon, or air fryer pork chops, are all delicious served with asparagus.
If you have asparagus leftover, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Asparagus spears should be soft, but crisp, and should stay a dark green. You don't want to overcook it so it burns, or undercook it so it is too hard to bite.
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Air Fryer Asparagus
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Rinse the asparagus well. Trim the stems of the asparagus, cutting about 1-2 inches off the bottoms of each stem.
- Brush with olive oil, covering the asparagus, then sprinkle salt and pepper, or desired seasonings on the asparagus.
- Place asparagus in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry asparagus at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 8-10 minutes of cooking time, depending on desired crispness. Toss asparagus halfway during air frying.
Notes
Tips:
I trim the ends off of the asparagus before cooking them, so they are crisper and the same size for cooking. Most importantly, those ends are tough to chew, so it makes the asparagus easier to eat. This simple vegetable side dish is so versatile and can be made with just simple seasonings, like salt and pepper, or fresh garlic. However, it's also delicious with a squeeze of lemon juice too! This recipe used one full bunch of asparagus, which was almost exactly one pound. This equals four servings. Weight Watchers: 1 point KETO: C/3 P/1 F/7Nutrition
*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.
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What temperature do you cook these at?
I cooked them at 400 degrees for about 10 minutes. Depending on how crispy you like your asparagus, you can add or substract and an extra minute, until they are how you like them.