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5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Asparagus

Crispy, tender asparagus ready in minutes—the air fryer brings out a delicate char while keeping the spears bright green and perfectly cooked through. A simple side that tastes restaurant-quality with just olive oil and basic seasonings.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time7 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer, easter, vegan, vegetarian
Author: Ali

Ingredients

  • 1 bunch (about 1 pound) fresh asparagus
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • optional toppings: grated Parmesan or a squeeze of lemon juice

Instructions

  • Prep the asparagus. Rinse and pat asparagus dry. Snap or trim off the tough woody ends and discard them.
  • Season. Toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  • Air fry. Spread the asparagus in a (mostly) single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 5–8 minutes, shaking halfway, until the spears are bright green and just tender (thin spears may take closer to 5 minutes; thicker may need 8).
  • Finish and serve. Transfer to a serving plate. Sprinkle with Parmesan or add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if you’d like. Serve warm and enjoy!