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Air Fryer Asparagus

Dated: August 23, 2024 . Modified: Aug 23, 2024 by Kate Hahnel

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I like to celebrate asparagus season by making as much of it as I can, because as we all know, it doesn't last all year long.

One of my favorite recipes is this lemony and delicious air fryer garlic Parmesan asparagus. It turns out perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside in just minutes.

Asparagus inside an air fryer basket.

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It's a quick, healthy, and delicious side dish that highlights the fresh flavors of the season.

ingredients you will need

Here is what you will need:-

  • 1 bunch of fresh green asparagus (approximately 450 grams / 1 pound): look for firm, bright green stalks with tightly closed tips.
  • Parmesan cheese.
  • garlic salt (adjust to taste): you can adjust the amount based on your preference for saltiness.
  • olive oil.
  • some lemon juice and extra Parmesan cheese for serving.
Air fried asparagus on a plate with a lemon wedge.

how to trim the stalks

Trim about 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) off the ends of the asparagus. The exact amount depends on how tough the ends feel - trim until you reach the tender part of the stalk.

A good way to gauge this is to bend one stalk; it will naturally break where the tough part ends and the tender part begins.

You can read more about trimming asparagus the right way here.

air frying temperature

I like to use 400°F (200°C).

cooking time

Air fry for 7-9 minutes. The exact time will depend on your preference, but I find 7-9 minutes to be the sweet spot for asparagus that’s crispy on the outside yet tender on the inside.

loving your leftovers

Store leftover asparagus in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Horizontal image of air fried asparagus in an air fryer basket.

serving suggestions

Pair your air fried asparagus with the following dishes:-

  • Slow cooker Mexican chicken and rice
  • Air fryer rotisserie chicken
  • Slow cooker chicken cacciatore
  • Air fryer pork chops
  • Air fryer tilapia

Wine pairings:-

Sauvignon Blanc and Grüner Veltliner are ideal pairings for asparagus, offering acidity and herbal notes that complement its flavors.

Pinot Grigio is a lighter option, while unoaked Chardonnay works well, especially with richer accompaniments like Parmesan.

Air fryer asparagus on a plate.

more air fryer vegetable recipes

  • Air fryer White Asparagus
  • Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Green Beans
  • Air Fryer Butternut Squash
  • Air Fryer Mushrooms and Onions

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Air fryer asparagus on a plate.

Air Fryer Asparagus

Kate Hahnel
Celebrate asparagus season with this crispy and delicious garlic Parmesan air fryer asparagus recipe with lemon.
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Prep Time 2 minutes mins
Cook Time 7 minutes mins
Total Time 9 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Continental
Servings 4
Calories 93 kcal

Equipment

Ninja Foodi Air fryer
Ninja Foodi Air fryer
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 bunch green asparagus (approximately 450 grams / 1lb)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt (or 2 cloves minced garlic)
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese
  • 1-2 tablespoon olive oil
  • juice from ¼ of a lemon (for serving)
  • 1-2 tablespoon extra Parmesan cheese (for serving)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • Trim about 1 to 2 inches (2.5 to 5 cm) off the ends of the asparagus and carefully place them inside your air fryer basket.
  • Toss to coat evenly then air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 7-9 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the asparagus is crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside.
  • Once cooked, transfer to a plate, squeeze lemon juice over the asparagus, and sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 93kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 739mgPotassium: 247mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 928IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 139mgIron: 3mg
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