Air Fryer Asparagus is easy to make and the perfect quick and healthy side dish. Made with just a few simple ingredientsm cooking asparagus in the air fryer is the best way to cook tender and crispy roasted asparagus! These delicious and fool-proof air fried asparagus pair with any protein and is naturally vegan, low carb, keto, gluten free, Whole30 compliant and paleo-friendly.
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Easy Air Fryer Asparagus Recipe
Looking a healthy and delicious side dish? Air Fryer Asparagus is one of our favorite easy side dishes to make on the regular! We love cooking veggies in the air fryer. They come out tender, crisp and perfect every time!
Plus, you don’t need much except for a little bit of olive oil, some sea salt and lemon pepper. The best part is you can dress them up any way you like.
We use our air fryer all the time and have a ton of air fryer recipes and this helpful air fryer guide on how to use an air fryer.
Why we love cooking asparagus in the air fryer
- Quick and easy to make with only a few ingredients
- A healthy and delicious side dish and the easiest and most hands-off way to make crispy asparagus
- Perfect for most guest with dietary concerns: naturally vegan, paleo, low carb and Whole30 compliant
- Goes great with practically any side or protein
Ingredients you need:
- Fresh asparagus: You want to wash, dry and trim or break off the woody ends
- Avocado oil spray or olive oil spray
- Fine sea salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
OPTIONAL
- Nutritional yeast, vegan parmesan or regular parmesan cheese if not dairy-free
- Lemon wedges
How To Prepare and Trim Asparagus
You can find fresh asparagus all year round at your local grocery store. When choosing asparagus, make sure to look for ones that have a nice bright color. Before eating asparagus, you’ll need to trim off the ends and then give them a good wash.
To trim the asparagus, you simply break off the hard woody ends off of each asparagus with your hands, a sharp knife or scissors.
A quicker way to trim asparagus is:
- GRAB a sharp knife and a cutting board. Grab a handful of asparagus and line them up with your knife or your hand..
- PRESS your knife down at the tips and cut them all of at once, about an inch from the bottom removing the tough ends.
- WASH the asparagus by placing them in a large bowl in cold water with some sea salt. Let them sit for at least 15-20 minutes then rinse with cold water and dry them.
How to make Air Fryer Asparagus
This recipe is super simple! Your air fryer does all the hard work for you! As long as you remember to shake the air fryer basket halfway through the cooking process, you’ll be good to go.
PLACE the prepped asparagus in the air fryer basket and spray or coat with olive oil or avocado oil. You may have to work in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer.
Season with fine sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste. Squeeze in lemon or other seasonings of choice. Toss well to coat and arrange the asparagus in a single layer
COOK: Air fry at 375F for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through and cook until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned. If you like crispy roasted asparagus, cook for longer.
- GARNISH AND SERVE: Sprinkle with additional black pepper, fresh chopped parsley, nutritional yeast or vegan or regular parmesan, if desired.
What to serve this side dish with
You can serve crispy air fried asparagus alone or with just about any protein or main dish like this Air Fryer Chicken Breasts, Air Fried Salmon, Air Fryer Salmon Patties, Air Fryer Steak, Air Fryer Tofu OR Air Fryer Falafel for a complete easy dinner.
Storage
Once the asparagus has cooled, simply transfer to a storage container or bag. Place in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Can Air Fried Asparagus Be Frozen?
Yes! Store air fryer asparagus in an airtight container and freeze for up to 6 months. You can also store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up 4 days.
To reheat, simply cook it it in the air fryer to crisp it up again.
More Asparagus Recipes you will love:
- Keto Frittata with Asparagus, Ham and Goat Cheese
- Lemon Parmesan Roasted Asparagus
- Lemon Chicken Asparagus Pasta
- Asparagus Fries
- Pan Seared Steak with Asparagus and Mushrooms
Air Fryer Asparagus is easy to make and the perfect quick and healthy side dish. Made with just a few simple ingredientsm cooking asparagus in the air fryer is the best way to cook tender and crispy roasted asparagus! These delicious and fool-proof air fried asparagus pair with any protein and is naturally vegan, low carb, keto, gluten free, Whole30 compliant and paleo-friendly.
- 1 lb fresh asparagus , washed, dried with woody ends removed
- 1/2 tablespoon avocado oil spray OR olive oil spray
- 1/3 teaspoon fine sea salt or more to taste
- 1/3 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper or more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder , optional
- 1/4 tsp onion powder , optional
Trim or break off the tough woody ends of the asparagus.
Place the prepped asparagus in the air fryer basket in a single layer and spray or coat with olive oil or avocado oil. You may have to work in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer.
Season with fine sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste. Squeeze in lemon or other seasonings of choice. Toss well to coat and arrange the beans in a single layer.
Air fry at 375 F for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through and cook until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned. If you like crispy roasted asparagus, cook for longer.
GARNISH AND SERVE: Sprinkle with additional black pepper, fresh chopped parsley, nutritional yeast or vegan / regular parmesan, if desired.
Did you try this recipe?
Nellie T -
Thanks for this recipe. It came out delicious!