Air Fryer Asparagus: The Crispy Lemon-Garlic Side
Crisp-tender air-fried asparagus with a zesty lemon finish. Quick to prepare, this American-style side dish uses hot air circulation for perfect charring and minimal oil. Ideal for elegant yet fuss-free meals.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 8
- Total Time: 13
- Yield: 2-4 servings 1x
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
Sea salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
Preheat air fryer to 370°F (188°C)
Trim woody ends from asparagus spears
Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil over asparagus
Season with sea salt and black pepper
Toss to coat evenly
Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket
Flip halfway through cooking
Roast for 6-8 minutes until tender with crispy edges
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over asparagus before serving
Notes
Trim asparagus by snapping off woody stems at their natural breaking point
Use a light oil coating to prevent sogginess
Flip halfway for even browning
Serve immediately while crispy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 6-8 spears)
- Calories: 40
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg