Easy Air Fryer Asparagus

Air fryer asparagus comes out perfectly tender and crisp every time, with just the right amount of char at the tips. Plus, it’s ready in less than 10 minutes.

• PREP TIME     5 minutes
• COOK TIME    7 minutes to 9 minutes
• SERVES           4

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound medium to thick asparagus
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat an air fryer to 400°F or 425°F (choose the higher temperature if available). Meanwhile, trim the woody ends from 1 pound asparagus. Transfer to a medium bowl, add 1 teaspoon olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, and toss to coat.
2. Add the asparagus to the air fryer and spread into a single layer. Air fry until the asparagus is tender and slightly crispy on the ends, stopping to shake the basket (or rotate the pans in larger air fryers) about halfway through, 8 to 10 minutes total. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon black pepper evenly over the top.

RECIPE NOTES

Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

NUTRITIONAL INFO

• Calories 33
• Fat 1.3 g (1.9%)
• Saturated 0.2 g (1.0%)
• Carbs 4.5 g (1.5%)
• Fiber 2.4 g (9.7%)
• Sugars 2.1 g
• Protein 2.5 g (5.0%)
• Sodium 119.9 mg (5.0%)