Description
Crispy and tender air fryer asparagus is a quick and easy side dish. This recipe brings out the natural flavors of asparagus with minimal ingredients and effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: pinch of garlic powder or onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings. Make sure the asparagus is evenly coated.
- Place the asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Air fry for 5-7 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender-crisp and slightly browned, shaking the basket halfway through. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your asparagus.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice after cooking.
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your asparagus; thinner spears may cook faster.
- Feel free to experiment with different seasonings like Italian herbs or red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
