Air Fryer Asparagus with Spicy Garlic Butter

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    10 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    54 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Air Fryer Asparagus with Spicy Garlic Butter

Learn the easy steps to cook the most tender and amazingly flavorful asparagus in the air fryer! This practically foolproof 10 minute air fryer asparagus recipe is low carb, gluten free, and keto friendly - so no matter your dietary needs, you have a delicious side dish that satisfies.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 bunch medium-sized asparagus
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 dashes cayenne pepper or crushed red pepper
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Instructions

  1. Preheat an air fryer to 400°F.
  2. Hold a piece of asparagus near the bottom and snap off the end of the asparagus to know where the tough section begins. Then trim off the ends of the whole bunch to match the first piece. Place the trimmed asparagus on a baking sheet or platter.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter garlic powder salt and cayenne pepper. Toss the asparagus with the garlic butter mixture and coat well.
  4. Place the asparagus in the air fryer basket. If the asparagus is thin, set the timer on 4 minutes. 5 minutes for average sized asparagus. 6-7 minutes for fat asparagus. Air fry the asparagus just long enough to be bright green and tender, but do not overcook. It should still have a bit of firmness to it. Serve warm.

Notes

  • To make this recipe less spicy: For a milder, yet still incredibly flavorful, air-fried asparagus, simply omit the cayenne or crushed red pepper.
  • Leftovers: Asparagus with spicy garlic butter is best to enjoy soon after it's prepared... The spears will be most tender, crisp, and flavorful when freshly air-fried. However, leftovers will keep well for up to 5 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 0.25lb Calories 54kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 336mg (14%) Potassium 19mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 383IU (8%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 3mg (0%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 54 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 0.25lb
Calories 54kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 336mg 14%
Potassium 19mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 383IU 8%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 3mg 0%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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