Air Fryer Asparagus
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Air Fryer Asparagus
Description
The asparagus stalks are coated evenly with a blend of olive oil, garlic powder, dried Italian herbs, and kosher salt and black pepper for simple but fragrant seasoning. Then the asparagus is air fried at 400°F for about 6 minutes until tender and the tips show slight browning, preserving a firm yet tender texture.
This technique avoids overcooking the stalks and keeps the natural snap. Sprinkling fresh parsley at the end adds a burst of color and herbaceousness. Serving with fresh lemon wedges adds acidity and brightens the dish.
Medium to thick asparagus stalks are preferred here to prevent mushiness during cooking. The asparagus can be prepared ahead and reheated but tastes best freshly cooked.
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus trimmed, stalks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning or your favorite dried herb, dried
- salt Kosher, to taste
- black pepper Kosher, to taste
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, fresh leaves
- lemon optional, wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir together the olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper.
- Arrange the asparagus stalks in a single layer on a plate. Drizzle the olive oil mixture over the asparagus and toss to coat evenly.
- Place the asparagus in the air fryer. Set the temperature to 400 degrees F.
- Cook for 6 minutes until asparagus is tender and tips are lightly browned.
- Sprinkle with parsley and serve. Garnish with lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- Choose medium to thick asparagus stalks to avoid mushy results; thin stalks overcook easily.
- Air fryer asparagus can be made in advance and reheated, though fresh cooking is preferred for texture.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 87 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 87kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 240mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1025IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 9.2mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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