Air Fryer Asparagus That’s Never Soggy

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

This Crispy Air Fryer Asparagus recipe is a quick and delicious side dish that complements any meal perfectly. Utilizing an air fryer ensures that the asparagus comes out tender and slightly crispy without the extra oil, making it a healthy addition to your dinner table.

Ideal for busy weeknights, this easy dinner recipe can be prepared in just a few minutes. With minimal ingredients required, it’s a great choice for anyone looking to enjoy flavorful air fryer recipes.

Quick and Easy Air Fryer Asparagus Recipe

This recipe features fresh asparagus spears seasoned with olive oil, garlic powder, and a sprinkling of parmesan cheese. Ready in under 15 minutes, this dish serves as a perfect side for grilled chicken, fish, or pasta.

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Lemon wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions

Prepare Asparagus: Rinse and trim the tough ends off the asparagus spears.
Season the Asparagus: In a bowl, toss the asparagus with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to preheat at 400°F (200°C) for about 3 minutes.

Cook Asparagus: Place the seasoned asparagus in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
Add Cheese (Optional): If desired, sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the asparagus in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Cook until the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
Serve: Remove the asparagus from the air fryer and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for drizzling.