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Air Fryer Asparagus

A quick and delicious side dish that offers crispiness while locking in the flavors of fresh asparagus, garlic, and parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Asparagus Preparation
  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus (1 lb) Typically available at grocery stores or farmers' markets.
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
  • 3 Tablespoons grated parmesan cheese Substitute with nutritional yeast for a vegan version.
  • to taste fresh lemon juice, crushed red pepper, additional parmesan cheese Optional toppings for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the asparagus thoroughly and break or chop off the tough ends.
  2. Transfer the asparagus spears into a mixing bowl, drizzle with olive oil, and toss to coat.
  3. Sprinkle in the garlic powder, sea salt, ground pepper, and grated parmesan cheese, tossing again for even distribution.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F if required according to your model's specifications.
  2. Arrange the asparagus spears in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  3. Cook for 7-8 minutes, checking for doneness as cooking time may vary based on spear thickness.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh lemon juice, additional parmesan cheese, and crushed red pepper if desired.

Notes

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze in a single layer until solid and transfer to a freezer bag for up to 2 months.