Air Fryer Asparagus

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 8

Total Time: 13

Servings: people

Author: Nico Pallotta

1 bunch (16 oz/1 lb) (450 grams) asparagus
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
2 twists black pepper
2 cloves garlic crushed, or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
4 wedges lemon (for serving)
1 tablespoon parsley or basil, chopped (for serving)

Preheat the air fryer to 400° or 200°C for 3 minutes.
Rinse the asparagus and shake off excess water.
Pat them dry, then chop off the woody ends with a sharp knife.
1 bunch (16 oz/1 lb) asparagus
Add asparagus to a large bowl or plate, and add olive oil, salt, pepper, and crushed garlic cloves. Mix well to coat asparagus with oil.
2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
2 twists black pepper
2 cloves garlic
Arrange in air fryer basket (they can overlap) and air fry for 8 minutes. Move them around halfway through cooking.
Note: cooking time varies based on the air fryer, so keep an eye on them. They are cooked when crisp on the outside and tender on the inside.
Transfer onto a serving plate and serve.
You can add lemon wedges to squeeze on top and freshly chopped parsley or basil. If needed, add an extra pinch of salt on top.
4 wedges lemon
1 tablespoon parsley
For more serving suggestions and topping ideas, check out our "variations" chapter above.

Nutrition information is an estimate for 1 serving of air fryer asparagus out of 4 servings.

MAKE AHEAD & STORAGE

Make Ahead: air fryer asparagus are best eaten right out of the air fryer as they are deliciously charred and tender crips. However, they store well for several days.

Refrigerator: store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheat: we recommend warming them in the microwave or air fryer for a few minutes.

Freezer: this recipe is not suitable for freezing.

VARIATIONS

For more topping and dressing ideas, check out the variations chapter above.