Name: Air Fryer Asparagus
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed; avocado oil cooking spray; 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder; 0.5 teaspoon Himalayan pink salt; 0.25 teaspoon ground multi-colored peppercorns; 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 0.25 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Air Fryer Asparagus

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Air fryer asparagus is a quick and easy vegetable side dish for busy weeknights. Flavored with garlic, red pepper flakes, and Parmesan cheese this delicious asparagus side dish can be on your table in a matter of minutes. Using the air fryer makes roasting vegetables a breeze!

Submitted by Yoly

Updated on March 3, 2024

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

20 mins

Servings:

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Skip the oven and use your air fryer to roast asparagus! This air fryer asparagus recipe is quick, easy, and delicious.

How to Cook Asparagus In the Air Fryer

You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics:

Air Fryer Asparagus Ingredients

These are the simple ingredients you’ll need to make this air fryer asparagus recipe:

Asparagus: You’ll need a bunch of trimmed asparagus spears.
Cooking spray: Mist the asparagus with avocado oil cooking spray.
Seasonings: This easy air fryer asparagus is seasoned with garlic powder, Himalayan pink salt, ground peppercorns, and red pepper flakes.
Cheese: Freshly grated Parmesan cheese is the perfect finishing touch.

How to Make Air-Fried Asparagus

Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make asparagus in the air fryer:

Mist the asparagus with avocado oil, toss with seasonings, and top with Parmesan. Cook in the preheated air fryer until the asparagus starts to char.

How Long Do You Cook Asparagus In the Air Fryer?

In an air fryer preheated to 375 degrees F, the asparagus spears should start to perfectly char in about 7 to 9 minutes.

What to Serve With Air Fryer Asparagus

Serve this air fryer asparagus with your favorite fish, chicken, lamb, or steak entree. If you're in need of some delicious inspiration, try one of these delicious main dishes:

How to Store Air Fryer Asparagus

This air fryer asparagus will taste best the day it’s cooked. However, if you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

“This was delicious and so easy,” according to Michigan Cook. “The FRESH Parmesan is the key, [in my opinion]. I found that for my air fryer, the asparagus was perfectly done at 6 minutes. Thanks for a great recipe. Definitely a keeper.”

“I have been roasting asparagus in my air fryer since I got it,” says greekgirrrl. “It is absolutely the best way to cook asparagus.”

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams

Ingredients

1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
avocado oil cooking spray
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
¼ teaspoon ground multi-colored peppercorns
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line the basket with parchment paper.
Place asparagus spears in the prepared basket and mist with avocado oil. Sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, pepper, and pepper flakes. Top with Parmesan cheese.
Air-fry until asparagus spears start to char, 7 to 9 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

94	Calories
3g	Fat
10g	Carbs
9g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 94
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g	4%
Saturated Fat 2g	9%
Cholesterol 9mg	3%
Sodium 739mg	32%
Total Carbohydrate 10g	4%
Dietary Fiber 5g	18%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 9g	18%
Vitamin C 13mg	15%
Calcium 168mg	13%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 490mg	10%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.