Air Fryer Asparagus
Air fryer asparagus is a quick and delicious side dish that transforms fresh asparagus into crispy, flavorful spears with minimal effort. Perfectly seasoned with garlic and lemon zest, this vibrant vegetable adds a pop of color and taste to any meal, from casual dinners to elegant gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients and a cooking time of under 10 minutes, you can enjoy this healthy delight that is sure to impress your guests or elevate your weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh asparagus
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse asparagus under cold water and dry with a towel. Trim about an inch from the bottom of each spear.
- In a bowl, combine asparagus with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Toss until well coated.
- Arrange asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 7-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking.
- Carefully remove asparagus using tongs and serve immediately, garnished with extra lemon zest if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup cooked asparagus (134g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg