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    Quick Air Fryer Asparagus

    Last modified: Jun 2, 2025 ยท Published by Adina, May 17, 2021 ยท Leave a Comment

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    Air fryer asparagus is crunchy, delicious, and ready in less than 10 minutes; this makes the perfect super quick side dish.

    air fried asparagus with lemon wedges on a large long shaped platter.
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    • How to prepare asparagus for cooking?
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    • How to store?
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    Cooking crispy, tender asparagus in the air fryer is a good choice for a busy weeknight meal. You can serve the veggies as a side dish for pretty much anything. You can cut the spears into smaller pieces and mix them with pasta, olive oil, and more Parmesan or serve them with risotto.

    If you like asparagus as much as we do, check out the Pan-Fried Asparagus and Eggs recipe. For more air fryer recipes, try Air Fryer Lamb Chops, or Garlic Parmesan Wings in the Air Fryer.

    Ingredients: 2 + olive oil, salt, and pepper

    Prep time: 3 minutes

    Cook time: 7 minutes

    Recipe ingredients

    bunch of asparagus, salt, pepper, olive oil and grated parmesan in small bowls on a white table.

    For full details on the ingredients and quantities, check the recipe card.

    How to prepare asparagus for cooking?

    Using similar-sized veggies, especially in terms of thickness, is the best way to ensure that all the stalks are evenly cooked.

    Trim the ends. I always snap them, removing the thickest lower part of the stalk; it is usually quite woody, and you would not like to chew on it. You can also trim the ends with a knife. Use the ends to make stock for soup or risotto.

    You can use the stock to make this Carrot and Celery Soup, for instance. Or make Asparagus Pea Pasta.

    How to cook asparagus in the air fryer?

    collage of two pictures of asparagus stalks in the basket of an air fryer before and after cooking.

    Step #1: Place all spears in the basket in a single layer; you should not overcrowd the basket. The air must circulate well to make the veggies crispy and that will not happen if you try to cook too many of them in one batch. Sprinkle with Parmesan if desired.

    Step #2: Air fry for 7 minutes at 370ยฐF/ 190ยฐC, slightly longer if the stalks are very thick. There is no need to shake halfway.

    Try Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus, too.

    How to store?

    Just in case you have leftovers (which is highly unlikely), place them in an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. You can reheat the veggies in the air fryer for a couple of minutes.

    If I happen to have 3 to 4 leftover stalks, I donโ€™t even bother reheating them. I eat them as a snack or stuff them in a cheese sandwich.

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    asparagus cooked in the air fryer on a white platter with a vintage fork on the side.

    Quick Air Fryer Asparagus

    Air fryer asparagus, crunchy, delicious, and ready in less than 10 minutes, this makes the perfect super quick side dish.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Air Fryer Recipes
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 7 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 84kcal
    Author: Adina
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    Ingredients 
     

    • 1 lb asparagus
    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • ยผ teaspoon fine sea salt to taste
    • 1 pinch ground black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon Parmesan optional (Notes 1,2)

    Instructions

    • Wash and dry the asparagus. Trim the woody ends (Note 3).
    • Place the spears in the basket of the air fryer. Rub well with the oil, salt, and pepper to coat all over. Arrange in a single layer.
    • Sprinkle with cheese if desired.
    • Air fry for 7 minutes, slightly longer (1-2 minutes) if the stalks are very thick. But make sure to check after 7 minutes already.
    • Serve immediately. You can sprinkle more cheese on top before serving.

    Notes

    1. Nutrition is calculated including the cheese.
    2. Parmesan is not vegetarian, use a vegetarian hard cheese if desired. It is also optional; the air-fried asparagus tastes amazing with or without the cheese.
    3. Freeze the trimmed ends and use them to make asparagus stock when you have enough of them. Or add to other homemade vegetable or meat stocks.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1/2 of the dish | Calories: 84kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 209mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g
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