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Air fryer roasted asparagus.
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Air Fryer Asparagus

This simple air fryer asparagus recipe results in perfectly roasted asparagus that is tender yet still crispy. As a delicious and healthy vegetable side dish, it can be on the table in under 10 minutes.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine British
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 9 minutes
Servings 3
Calories 29kcal
Author Beth Sachs

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Baking Tray
  • Tongs

Ingredients

Metric - US Customary
  • 250 g Asparagus
  • 1 teaspoon Olive Oil
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon Pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
  • Wash the asparagus under cold running water to remove any dirt, then remove the woody stems with a sharp knife (remove around 3cm at the base of the stem). Pat dry.
    250 g Asparagus
  • Drizzle the olive oil over the spears (it's best to do this on a baking tray), and use your hands to make sure that each spear is well coated in oil
    1 teaspoon Olive Oil
  • Place the asparagus in your air fryer in a single layer. Use tongs to turn the spears after 5 minutes, then start checking to see if they are cooked after 7 minutes (you don't want them to burn!). Season with salt and pepper, and serve.
    ¼ teaspoon Salt, ⅛ teaspoon Pepper

Notes

Top Tips:
  • Make sure you preheat your air fryer so it's up to temperature before adding the asparagus. This ensures a beautifully tender stem and crispy top.
  • Use thin stemmed asparagus so it cooks evenly in under 10 minutes.
  • Try to make sure the asparagus is in a single layer in the air fryer basket, so the hot air can circulate around each spear.
 
Variations:
Vary the seasonings - here are a few ideas!
  • Grated Parmesan
  • Soy Sauce
  • Lemon Juice
  • Salted Butter
  • Hollandaise Sauce
  • Smoked Paprika or Cayenne Pepper
  • Pomegranate Molasses
 
Nutrition:
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
 
Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Asparagus
Amount per Serving
Calories
29
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
1
g
2
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Sodium
 
196
mg
9
%
Potassium
 
169
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
 
3
g
1
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
 
630
IU
13
%
Vitamin C
 
5
mg
6
%
Calcium
 
21
mg
2
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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