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Air Fryer Asparagus

Name: Air Fryer Asparagus Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh asparagus (trimmed); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Gluten FreeDairy FreeVegetarian5 MinuteAir Fryer

5 min · 1 serving · 330 cal

Air fryer asparagus comes out perfectly crispy-tender with beautifully charred tips in just 8 minutes. A quick toss in olive oil, garlic, and lemon makes this the fastest and most flavorful way to cook one of the most nutrient-dense vegetables available.

Air Fryer Asparagus Recipe

Enjoy a healthy and delicious side dish with this Air Fryer Asparagus recipe. It's quick, easy, and packed with nutrients.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Course Side Dish

Servings 4

Calories 51 kcal

Equipment

Air fryer
Mixing bowl
Tongs

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese optional

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
In a mixing bowl, toss the asparagus with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Place the asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Cook for 7-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the asparagus is tender and slightly crispy.
If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Keyword Air Fryer Asparagus, Easy Asparagus Side Dish, Healthy Asparagus Recipe

Pro Tip

Snap off the woody ends rather than cutting them — the asparagus naturally breaks at the point where tender meets tough. Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket; a single layer ensures even crisping.

Health Benefits

Asparagus is a nutritional powerhouse that delivers an impressive range of vitamins and unique plant compounds.

Asparagus

One of the richest food sources of folate, essential for DNA synthesis and cell repair
Contains glutathione, one of the body’s most important antioxidants for detoxification
Rich in vitamins A, C, E, and K for broad immune and cellular protection
Natural prebiotic fiber (inulin) feeds beneficial gut bacteria
Anti-inflammatory compounds support joint and cardiovascular health

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Nutrition Facts

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Servings

Calories

kcal

4% DV

% Daily Value*

Total Fat

5.1g7%

Saturated Fat1.3g

Monounsaturated Fat3.1g

Polyunsaturated Fat0.5g

Total Carbohydrates

5.1g2%

Dietary Fiber2.5g

Total Sugars2.2g

Protein

3.6g7%

Sodium

147mg6%

Minerals

Potassium

244mg5% DV

Iron

2.5mg14% DV

Zinc

0.7mg6% DV

Phosphorus

81mg6% DV

Vitamins

Vitamin A

53.1mcg6% DV

Vitamin C

6.4mg7% DV

Vitamin B6

0.12mg7% DV

Vitamin D

0.02mcg0% DV

Vitamin E

1.8mg12% DV

Vitamin K

50.0mcg42% DV

B Vitamins

Thiamin (B1)

0.16mg13% DV

Riboflavin (B2)

0.17mg13% DV

Niacin (B3)

1.1mg7% DV

Folate (B9)

60mcg15% DV

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Serving Suggestions & Storage

How to Serve

Serve as a side alongside any protein — steak, salmon, chicken. Finish with a squeeze of lemon, shaved parmesan, and a crack of black pepper. Also delicious wrapped in prosciutto before air frying.

How to Store

Best eaten fresh. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes. Asparagus doesn’t freeze well after cooking.