Ottolenghi Air Fryer Asparagus with Butter, Almonds, Parsley and Lemon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
149 kcal
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Cuisine
Middle Eastern
Ottolenghi Air Fryer Asparagus with Butter, Almonds, Parsley and Lemon
Description
Ottolenghi Air Fryer Asparagus with Butter, Almonds, Parsley and Lemon highlights fresh asparagus spears cooked quickly in an air fryer to achieve a tender texture with crisp edges. The air frying step ensures the asparagus retains its vibrant flavor without becoming soggy. After cooking, the asparagus is drizzled with melted butter in which sliced almonds have been toasted to a golden brown, adding a nutty depth and slight crunch to the dish.
Chopped fresh parsley sprinkled on top gives a fresh herbal note that brightens the flavors. Lemon slices serve as a garnish and add a burst of citrus aroma and potential zest if squeezed over the asparagus at serving. This combination of buttery, nutty, and fresh components creates a well-rounded vegetable side that complements a variety of meals.
Serving the air-fried asparagus immediately preserves its crisp-tender bite and ensures the almonds stay crunchy rather than softening. The simplicity of seasoning with salt and pepper during cooking keeps the focus on the natural flavors enhanced by butter and almonds.
Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus
- cooking spray
- salt
- black pepper
- 2 TB butter
- ½ cup almonds sliced
- ½ cup parsley chopped
- ½ lemon sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Wash the asparagus spears thoroughly and trim off the tough ends. Pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
- Place the asparagus spears in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Lightly coat them with cooking spray and season with salt and black pepper.
- Cook the asparagus in the air fryer for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time for even browning. The asparagus should be tender but still slightly crisp.
- While the asparagus is cooking, melt the butter in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and cook until they turn golden brown, stirring frequently to prevent burning, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Once the asparagus is done, transfer it to a serving platter. Drizzle the melted butter and almond mixture evenly over the asparagus.
- Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the asparagus, and garnish with lemon slices.
- Serve the air fryer asparagus immediately as a side dish or as a light appetizer.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 149 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 149kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 50mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 523mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1053IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 71mg | 7% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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