Air Fryer Asparagus

The best asparagus! This Air Fryer Asparagus is lightly seasoned and cooked to tender-crisp perfection. A delicious appetizer or side dish for any of your favorite meals!

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Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 5

Total Time: 10

Servings:

Calories: 37kcal

Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus trimmed
1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 Tablespoons fresh shredded Parmesan
pepper to taste

Instructions

Rinse the asparagus gently, then pat dry. Trim the ends 1-2 inches up to remove the tough, woody ends. Discard the ends.
Place the asparagus in a baking pan (9x13 inch or similar). Drizzle with olive oil, seasonings, and grated Parmesan cheese. Toss the mixture to evenly coat the asparagus.
Transfer the asparagus to the air fryer basket. Air fry at 400° 3-5 minutes, shaking halfway through. If your asparagus is very thin, watch it closely to prevent over-cooking.
Remove from the basket onto a serving plate. Garnish with fresh shredded Parmesan and additional toppings according to taste.

Notes

Recipe Variations

Cut the asparagus into smaller (2 inch) pieces before air frying
Substitute avocado or grapeseed oil for the olive oil
Drizzle with lemon juice before serving
Omit the cheese to make it dairy free
Add extra seasonings, such as onion powder, Italian seasoning, cayenne pepper, or smoked paprika
Drizzle it with any of your favorite sauces or dressings

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