This air fryer asparagus is soft with a slight crunch and comes out perfect every time!
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Asparagus is such a nutrient dense vegetable that I love serving to the boys. Pop them into the air fryer to cook and a dinner side is done in no time!
WHAT YOU’LL NEED
Here is what you’ll need to make this air fryer asparagus:
- Asparagus
- Oil
- Garlic Powder
- Black Pepper
PROCESS
- Wash the asparagus and pat dry. Chop off the tough ends.
- Coat the asparagus with oil, garlic powder and black pepper.
- Place the asparagus in the air fryer basket. Try to make sure that they do not overlap too much.
- Cook the asparagus at 400 degrees F for 7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. If you would like softer, more tender asparagus, add an extra 1-2 minutes.
SUBSTITUTIONS
- Fresh asparagus: The fresh asparagus may be replaced with frozen. To use frozen asparagus beans, air fry for 8-10 minutes. Check the green beans at 8 minutes and adjust the cook time as needed.
- Oil: I used olive oil in this recipe, but you may also use coconut oil or avocado oil.
RECIPE NOTES
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket. If the basket is too full, the asparagus will not cook evenly. I love this size and functionality of this ninja air fryer!
- I usually serve my little ones the tips of the asparagus since those are generally softer and easier to break down.
- After removing baby’s portion, toss the asparagus with a little salt to taste for everyone else!
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Air Fryer Asparagus
This air fryer asparagus is soft with a slight crunch and comes out perfect every time!
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Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh asparagus
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Wash the asparagus and pat dry. Chop off the tough ends.
- Coat the asparagus with oil, garlic powder and black pepper. Salt may be added after removing baby's portion.
- Place the asparagus in the air fryer basket. Try to make sure that they do not overlap too much.
- Cook the asparagus at 400 degrees F for 7 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. If you would like softer, more tender asparagus, add an extra 1-2 minutes.
Notes
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket. If the basket is too full, the asparagus will not cook evenly. I love this size and functionality of this ninja air fryer!
- I usually serve my little ones the tips of the asparagus since those are generally softer and easier to break down.
- After removing baby’s portion, toss the asparagus with a little salt to taste for everyone else!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Air Fryer Asparagus
Amount per Serving
Calories
56.73
% Daily Value*
Fat
3.65
g
6
%
Saturated Fat
0.53
g
3
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.43
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2.56
g
Sodium
2.84
mg
0
%
Potassium
241.37
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
5.11
g
2
%
Fiber
2.51
g
10
%
Sugar
2.15
g
2
%
Protein
2.65
g
5
%
Vitamin A
858.66
IU
17
%
Vitamin C
6.36
mg
8
%
Calcium
28.95
mg
3
%
Iron
2.52
mg
14
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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