Air Fryer Asparagus

A quick and healthy side dish featuring tender asparagus spears, perfectly cooked in an air fryer for a deliciously crisp texture.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Calories: 80

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Asparagus

1 pound fresh asparagus trimmed
2 tablespoons olive oil for drizzling
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese grated, optional

Method

Preparation

Preheat the air fryer to 400?F (200?C).
In a large bowl, toss the trimmed asparagus with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

Cooking

Place the asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the asparagus is tender and slightly crispy.
If desired, sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 750IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the asparagus spears for best results.

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