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air fried asparagus recipe
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This easy air fried asparagus recipe is a secret weapon for vibrant, perfectly cooked greens in minutes, delivering tender-crisp results with a delightful snap and light charring at the tips. It’s quick, delicious, and incredibly healthy, perfect for busy families looking for healthy weeknight recipes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh asparagus spears, tough ends trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.5 tsp sea salt
- 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- Garlic powder (optional)
- Lemon zest or juice (optional, for after cooking)
- Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Asparagus: Rinse and pat dry your fresh asparagus spears. Snap off the woody ends where they naturally break, leaving tender stalks.
- Season Generously: In a medium bowl, toss the trimmed asparagus spears with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and any optional garlic powder until evenly coated.
- Preheat Your Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375F (190C) for 3-5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Air Fry in Batches: Arrange the asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd it. Cook for 8-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until tender-crisp and lightly browned with some charring at the tips.
- Check for Doneness: Observe for a vibrant green color and delicate charring; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes if needed until tender-crisp.
Notes
For best results, avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary. You can save time by using pre-trimmed asparagus or seasoning in a zip-top bag. For extra crispiness, ensure asparagus is very dry before oiling. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice after cooking adds incredible brightness and enhances flavors. This recipe can be adapted for frozen asparagus, though fresh is recommended.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 120 g
- Calories: 55 calories
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: air fryer, asparagus, easy side, healthy, quick recipe, weeknight, vegetable, crisp, simple, greens
