Best 4 Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus Recipes

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**Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus: A Healthy and Flavorful Side Dish**

Asparagus is a delicious and versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. One of the best ways to cook asparagus is to roast it in an air fryer. This method results in tender-crisp asparagus with a slightly charred exterior and a smoky flavor. Air fryer roasted asparagus is a healthy and flavorful side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. It is also a great snack or appetizer. This recipe provides instructions for basic air fryer roasted asparagus, as well as variations for adding different flavors, such as lemon, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AIR FRYER ASPARAGUS



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Asparagus is so good in the spring, and sometimes, you can find the really thick spears, like I did. This lovely side dish is ready in just a few minutes to enhance a weeknight dinner, or maybe something more special. Please be aware that different brands and sizes of air fryers may produce different results. If your asparagus is thin, reduce the cooking time.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon seasoned salt, or to taste
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons dried bread crumbs
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat a 5.8-quart air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Place asparagus spears in a large bowl and toss with olive oil and seasoned salt.
  • Combine grated Parmesan cheese and bread crumbs in a bowl. Toss with asparagus spears until evenly coated. Lightly spray air fryer basket with cooking spray and add the asparagus in a single layer. Air fry to desired doneness, 7 to 10 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 179.6 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

AIR FRYER ROASTED ASPARAGUS



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You can roast your asparagus and have it on your table in less than 20 minutes with an air fryer. This makes a perfect side dish for a weeknight.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Asparagus

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed
avocado oil cooking spray
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
¼ teaspoon ground multi-colored peppercorns
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line the basket with parchment paper.
  • Place asparagus spears in the air fryer basket and mist with avocado oil. Sprinkle with garlic powder, pink Himalayan salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Top with Parmesan cheese.
  • Air fry until asparagus spears start to char, 7 to 9 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 8.8 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 739.2 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

AIR FRYER ASPARAGUS



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Air Fryer Asparagus is crisp, tender and delicious. This is hands down the best way to roast asparagus!

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 stalk asparagus
1 tablespoons olive oil
juice of half lemon
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Snap the hard ends off of the asparagus.
  • In a medium sized bowl add the olive oil and lemon.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Line the asparagus in an even row in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400 degrees for 8-10 minutes. For thinner sized asparagus check at 6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 32 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

AIR-FRYER ASPARAGUS



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This air-fryer asparagus dish is packed with flavor, thanks to the lemon-garlic dressing the spears are tossed in before roasting. It's a simple, quick side that goes with almost anything. —Tina Repak, Johnstown, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup mayonnaise
4 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
Lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 375°. In large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Add asparagus; toss to coat. In batches, place in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket., Cook until tender and lightly browned, 4-6 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 214mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender asparagus spears with tightly closed tips. Avoid spears that are thick, limp, or have woody ends.
  • Trim the woody ends of the asparagus spears by snapping them off or cutting them with a knife.
  • Toss the asparagus spears with olive oil, salt, and pepper to coat them evenly.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes before cooking the asparagus.
  • Cook the asparagus spears in the air fryer for 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp and slightly charred.
  • Serve the roasted asparagus immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or seasoning.

Conclusion:

Air fryer roasted asparagus is a quick, easy, and healthy way to enjoy this delicious vegetable. With just a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of cooking time, you can have a side dish that is both flavorful and nutritious. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious way to prepare asparagus, give air fryer roasted asparagus a try!

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