Description
This air fryer asparagus recipe is a quick and easy side dish that delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, it's a healthy addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
1 pound Fresh asparagus spears
1 tablespoon Olive oil
1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
1 tablespoon Lemon juice (optional)
2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional, grated)
Instructions
- Wash the asparagus thoroughly under cold water and pat dry
- Trim the tough woody ends from each spear
- Place the trimmed asparagus in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for about 3 minutes
- Arrange the asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket
- Cook at 400°F for 7-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through
- Check for doneness; the tips should be crispy and slightly browned
- Transfer to a serving plate, squeeze lemon juice over if desired, and serve hot
Notes
For variations, try different oils or seasonings, and add toppings like parmesan or sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 52 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 295 mg
- Fat: 3.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg