Once you try this Air Fryer Asparagus recipe, you won’t want to go back to cooking asparagus any other way!
We have been trying to find more ways to use our Air Fryers and this asparagus recipe is one that I have made so many times. You only need simple ingredients and this will become your new favorite way to make asparagus!
Recipe Ingredients
- Fresh Asparagus Spears – we prefer fresh for this recipe. Make sure the spears in the bundle are around the same thickness.
- Non-stick Cooking Spray – Avocado oil spray works great for this recipe.
- Olive Oil – We used extra virgin olive oil.
- Garlic Salt – You could switch this out to garlic powder.
- salt and pepper, to taste
How to make Air Fryer Asparagus
- Trim Asparagus: Trim the hard ends off of the asparagus.
- Drizzle the asparagus with the olive oil and season with garlic salt, salt, and pepper as desired.
- Spray the bottom of the air fryer pan with non-stick cooking spray for easy clean up.
- Place the asparagus in a single layer in the bottom of the air fryer.
- Set the air fryer to 400℉ and set the timer for 8 minutes. If asparagus is thin, start checking for doneness at 6 minutes.
Other ways to change up this recipe:
- Add parmesan cheese
- Try using more/other spices like black pepper, garlic powder, red pepper flakes and everything but the bagel seasoning
- Use Avocado Oil instead of olive oil
- Dip in Hollandaise Sauce
- Sprinkle with fresh lemon juice or lemon zest
FAQ’s about Air Fried Asparagus
To choose the best asparagus, look for stalks that are firm and straight, with tightly closed, compact tips, a bright green color, and avoid any that are limp, wilted, or have opened up tips; essentially, the spears should be able to stand upright and feel crisp to the touch.
The most likely reasons for not getting crispy asparagus are overcooking (the biggest culprit), crowding the basket which prevents proper air circulation, or not using enough oil to create a crisp texture.
No, you generally do not need to blanch asparagus before air frying it; simply trimming the woody ends is usually enough preparation, as the air fryer cooks quickly and evenly, allowing for tender results without the extra step of blanching.
Yes! Here are some tips for cooking frozen asparagus in an air fryer:
Season: Toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper. You can also add garlic or onion powder.
Spread out: Spread the asparagus in an even layer in the air fryer basket.
Cook time: Cook time: Cook at 400°F for 8–10 minutes for thick asparagus spears, or 6–7 minutes for thin asparagus spears. Toss halfway through. The time may vary depending on your air fryer model.
Doneness: The asparagus is ready when it’s fork-tender but still slightly crisp.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
- To Store. Refrigerate asparagus in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- To Reheat. Gently rewarm asparagus in the oven on a baking sheet at 350℉ or reheat in the air fryer.
More Air Fryer Side Dishes
- Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
- Air Fryer Parmesan Broccoli
- Crispy Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
- Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe
Air Fryer Asparagus
Ingredients
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- non-stick cooking spray
- garlic salt, to taste
- salt and pepper, to taste
Equipment
Instructions
- Trim the hard ends off of the asparagus.
- Drizzle the asparagus with the olive oil and season with garlic salt, salt, and pepper as desired.
- Spray the bottom of the air fryer pan with non-stick cooking spray for easy clean up.
- Place the asparagus in a single layer in the bottom of the air fryer.
- Set the air fryer to 400℉ and set the timer for 8 minutes. If asparagus is thin, start checking for doneness at 6 minutes.
Notes
Nutrition
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