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The Best Air Fryer Asparagus – Easy Recipe


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  • Author: Amy Estes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Make this crispy, flavorful air fryer asparagus for a quick and easy 10-minute side dish. Serve it with pretty much any main dish as a delicious gluten-free and low-carb addition to any meal!


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound fresh asparagus
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons pecorino cheese – optional for serving
  • Lemon – optional for serving

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the asparagus and trim the ends by cutting them about 1-2 inches from the bottom.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 390 degrees F.
  3. Place the trimmed asparagus into a large bowl or dish, drizzle it with olive oil, and season it with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Then toss to coat it all in the oil and seasoning.
  4. Lay the seasoned asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook it until tender and crispy. About 5-10 minutes depending on how thick your asparagus is. See suggested cooking times in the recipe notes.
  5. Serve immediately with a sprinkle of pecorino cheese and a squeeze of lemon. Alternatively, you can also add a pinch of red pepper flakes for some spice.

Notes

  • Select asparagus that is firm, and green with closed tips that is not slimy or smelly.
  • Trim the asparagus ends before you season and cook the asparagus since they are tougher and have a more woody flavor to them.
  • Cooking time recommendations – thin asparagus: 3-4 minutes, medium thick asparagus: 4-7 minutes, thick asparagus: 7-10 minutes.
  • Store this air fryer asparagus in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat it in the oven for 5-7 minutes at 375 degrees, or right in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes until warmed through.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Healthy Side Dishes
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean