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Air Fryer Asparagus

Published February 22, 2021 Updated June 18, 2021 By Meeta Arora 4 Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Air fryer Asparagus
Air fryer Asparagus

Here is an easy way to cook asparagus and turn it into a healthy, delicious side dish. This Air Fryer Asparagus is perfectly seasoned and cooks quickly while keeping it tender-crisp.

Roasted aspragus in a serving plate with lemon wedge

Roasting veggies in the air fryer has been a great way to add side dishes to our meals - Beets, Cauliflower, Broccoli, Green Beans - you name it, I have done it all. And my family loves them.

Roasting this asparagus in the air fryer takes just 8 minutes and the asparagus is crisp on the outside and tender on the inside.

This air-fryer roasted asparagus is vegan and gluten-free. It makes it a great addition to almost all types of diet- low-carb, keto, whole30, and paleo.

The one great thing about this recipe is that it can be used as an appetizer, healthy snack, or quick side dish at any time of the day.

Here is fun fact about this veggie, the name asparagus comes from the Greek word meaning sprout or shoot.

Asparagus, a spring-time veggie comes loaded with so many health benefits:

  • It is well-balanced nutritionally and is high in folic acid
  • It is a low-calorie veggie that come with high dose of nutrients
  • It is a good source of antioxidants and improves digestion
  • It lowers blood pressure and is must veggie for pregnant moms

If you like asparagus, check out my asparagus soup and the creamy lemon asparagus pasta and lemon asparagus risotto.

roasted asparagus with lemon wedges and blanched almonds

Tips to Prepare Asparagus

As asparagus is a stalk, it has a tough, woody ends that are hard and not edible. You can snap or chop the thicker end while prepping. Once you have removed the hard part, rinse the asparagus well and pat dry using a kitchen towel.

Once it is completely dry, toss in oil and seasoning until they are well-coated.

asparagus spears seasoned with oil and balsamic

How to roast asparagus in the air fryer?

Before you get started with roasting the asparagus, get them ready by using these steps:

  • Trim the hard end of the asparagus, it is usually up to an inch from the bottom. Rinse and dry with a kitchen towel.
  • Place the asparagus onto a plate and drizzle the required amount of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and seasonings.
  • Toss them all well, till they are well coated, and then transfer them to the air-fryer basket.
  • Try to place them in a single layer for even cooking.
seasoned asparagus spears in the air fryer ready to be roasted
  • Set the air fryer at 380°F for 7-10 minutes and shake the basket halfway through. It took me 8 minutes to get them perfectly roasted.
  • Once the time is up, remove the basket and serve the asparagus with toppings of your choice. 
air fried asparagus in the basket

How to roast asparagus in the oven?

Follow the same steps us above to prep asparagus and pre-heat the oven to 425°F

  • Line the seasoned asparagus in a large sheet pan. If you want, you can add the olive oil, salt, and seasonings directly to the sheet pan and spread the asparagus.
  • Roast them for 10-12 minutes just until they are tender-crisp. You can turn them once halfway through.
air fried asparagus spears
Did I overcook asparagus?

Asparagus cooks very quickly, so it is important to keep an eye and take out the asparagus in time. Else it can get soggy and slimy. Follow the instructions in the recipe to make sure you have perfect tender-crisp asparagus!

Download free copy of air fryer cooking time chart

Hope you enjoy the air-fryer roasted asparagus, if you like having delicious air-fryer roast veggies, here are some other recipes:

  • Air Fryer Carrots
  • Air Fryer Kale Chips
  • Air Fryer Aloo Gobi
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roasted asparagus a pretty white serving plate

Air Fryer Asparagus

Meeta Arora
Here is an easy way to cook asparagus and turn it into a healthy, delicious side dish. This Air Fryer Asparagus is perfectly seasoned and cooks quickly while keeping it tender-crisp.
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Servings: 2
Calories: 119
Course: Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten-free, Low Carb, Paleo, Vegan
Method: Air Fryer, Oven
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 1   pound Asparagus woody ends trimmed
  • 1 teaspoon Avocado Oil or olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Balsamic Vinegar
  • ⅛ teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Prep: Trim the woody end of the asparagus about an inch up from the bottom. Rinse and dry the asparagus.
  • Season: Place the asparagus onto a large plate. Drizzle the olive oil, and balsamic vinegar on top. Add the seasoning then toss around to coat the asparagus.
  • Cook: Transfer the asparagus spears into the Air fryer basket. Try to get them in a single layer. Set the air fryer at 380F for 7-10 minutes. Mine were cooked perfectly in 8 minutes. Once the time is up, remove the basket.
  • Serve: Transfer to a plate and serve immediately.

Notes

How to roast asparagus in the oven:
  • Preheat oven to 425°F. Line the seasoned asparagus in a large sheet pan. If you want, you can add the olive oil, salt, and seasonings directly to the sheet pan and spread the asparagus.
  • Roast them for 10-12 minutes just until they are tender-crisp. You can turn them once halfway through.
Asparagus looks overcooked: Asparagus cooks very quickly, so it is important to keep an eye and take out the asparagus in time. Else it can get soggy and slimy.

Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 119kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 443mgPotassium: 484mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1717IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 59mgIron: 5mg
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  1. janeet says

    March 05, 2021 at 5:24 am

    I bought an airfryer to avoid all added oil so I omit the oil and use aquafaba instead. Works! Thank you for the recipe.

    Reply
    • Meeta Arora says

      March 11, 2021 at 1:37 pm

      Hi Janet - Totally, feel free to reduce or eliminate the oil. I love the air fryer as it is faster and easier to use 😊. Thanks for sharing back your feedback!

      Reply
  2. Andy says

    February 22, 2021 at 2:42 pm

    It is also good if you cook it ahead (I do mine in a convection oven) and serve it dinnertime at room temperature.

    Reply
    • Meeta Arora says

      February 25, 2021 at 10:25 am

      Thanks for sharing, Andy!

      Reply

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