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Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus (2 ingredients)

February 14, 2019 47 Comments This post may contain affiliate links. Read my disclosure policy.

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With only 2 ingredients and taking a fraction of the typical time, this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on!

With only 2 ingredients and taking a fraction of the typical time, this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on!

Roasted Asparagus is a very healthy and delicious side dish for dinner, lunch, or breakfast! It only takes about 20 minutes to roast in the oven, however using an Air Fryer cuts down the time dramatically. In seven minutes the asparagus is lightly crispy on the ends, yet perfectly tender and ready to eat. It never turns out soggy and always has the perfect bite to it! Serve this alongside this Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan for the perfect meal!

Using the air fryer to make  Air Fryer Asparagus Fries, Roasted Parmesan Brussels Sprouts, Air Fryer Zucchini fries, Air Fryer Butternut Squash, and Roasted Broccoli is also so quick and delicious! This Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your new favorite side dish!

With only 2 ingredients and taking a fraction of the typical time, this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on!

I am a big fan of the Air Fryer for many reasons; it’s so easy to use, the cleanup is so quick and minimal, and it cooks SO FAST compared to a traditional oven. It also uses WAY less oil compared to actual frying. If you haven’t purchased an Air Fryer yet, I HIGHLY recommend it (see my recommendations below)!  

Making this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus is so easy! Most likely you’ll just need to purchase asparagus, and then will need olive oil, salt, and pepper, which I bet is already in the pantry!

How to Make Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus:

**scroll all the way down for full printable step by step directions and ingredient list**

  • Trim the ends of the asparagus about an inch up from the bottom.
  • Place the asparagus onto a plate and lightly drizzle 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil (or whatever oil you prefer) over the asparagus. Sprinkle 1/8 tsp kosher salt and 1/8 tsp ground black pepper over the top, then toss around to coat the asparagus.
  • Place the spears into the Air fryer basket and then close, turn the fryer to 400 degrees, and set for 7 minutes. 

With only 2 ingredients and taking a fraction of the typical time, this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on!

  • Once the time is up, remove the basket and serve the asparagus. 

Is Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus Healthy?

YES! Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus is great because it uses less oil than roasting in the oven, and the air fryer helps crisp the asparagus.

  • For 1/4 pound of asparagus, it contains 53 calories, 4 grams of fat (healthy fat from olive oil), 4 grams carbohydrates, 2 grams fiber, and 3 grams of protein.
  • It’s also great source of vitamin’s A and C, as well as iron.
  • Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus also fits into most diets- KETO, Paleo, Whole30, vegetarian, vegan, and low carb/Atkins just to name a few.

With only 2 ingredients and taking a fraction of the typical time, this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on!

What type of Air Fryer should I use for Roasting Asparagus?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my OMORC Air Fryer XL, 5.8QT Air fryer! Here are some great options:

  • Air Fryer XL Touchscreen by Cozyna (5.7QT) is a large air fryer that looks to cook evenly!
  • OMORC Air Fryer XL, 5.8QT Air fryer Oven Oilless Cooker with Hot Air Circulation Tech for Fast Healthier Food
  • Tidylife Air Fryer XL, 1700W 5.8 QT 8-in-1 Digital Touch Screen Oilless Air Fryer
  • GoWISE USA 5.8-Quarts 8-in-1 Electric Air Fryer – this one includes a recipe book with over 50 recipes!! 

With only 2 ingredients and taking a fraction of the typical time, this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on!

If you like nutritious side dishes, you have to see these other recipes from Domestic Superhero:

  • Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!
  • Air Fryer Asparagus Fries have less than 5 ingredients, NO oil, and done in less than 10 minutes! These will become a favorite side dish or snack!
  • Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli is an incredibly easy, quick, and delicious side dish. This lower calorie air fryer option will become a staple side dish!
  • Asian Glazed Brussels Sprouts – perfect dinner companion! Roasted with a delicious spicy sweet glaze that everyone will love!
  • This is the best Copycat PF Chang’s Spicy Green Beans recipe and perfect as a side dish or vegetarian main dish served over rice!
  • Instant Pot Garlic Hummus Recipe only has a handful of ingredients; Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this recipe !
  • Garlic Ginger Spinach is the perfect blend of Garlic and Ginger, sautéed with delicious healthy fresh spinach.
  • Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, then load them up with delicious toppings for a healthy meal! This CRISPY SKIN HACK is AWESOME!!

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5 from 26 votes
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Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
7 mins
Total Time
9 mins
 

With only 2 ingredients and taking a fraction of the typical time, this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on!

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer roasted asparagus
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 53 kcal
Ingredients
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus, ends trimmed
  • 1/8 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 TBS extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
  1. Trim the ends of the asparagus about an inch up from the bottom.
  2. Place the asparagus onto a plate.  Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the asparagus. Sprinkle kosher salt and ground black pepper over the top, then toss to coat the asparagus.

  3. Place the spears into the air fryer basket and close. Turn the air fryer to 400 degrees, and set for 7 minutes.

  4. Once the time is up, remove the basket and serve the asparagus.

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes
  • For 1/4 of the asparagus there are 53 calories, 4 grams of fat (healthy fat from olive oil), 4 grams carbohydrates, 2 grams fiber, and 3 grams of protein.
With only 2 ingredients and taking a fraction of the typical time, this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on! KETO, PALEO, Whole30, vegetarian, vegan, and pretty much every diet compliant!
With only 2 ingredients and taking a fraction of the typical time, this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on! KETO, PALEO, Whole30, vegetarian, vegan, and pretty much every diet compliant!
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Comments

  1. Sommer says

    February 14, 2019 at 6:45 pm

    5 stars
    I make this all the time! The easiest side dish!

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      February 17, 2019 at 9:15 pm

      It really is SO easy!

      Reply
  2. Bree says

    February 14, 2019 at 7:10 pm

    5 stars
    Oh this makes me want an air fryer! These asparagus looks so tasty!

    Reply
  3. Kristyn says

    February 14, 2019 at 8:38 pm

    5 stars
    Asparagus is my favorite veggie!! Love that this takes just minutes to make! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  4. Pam Dana says

    February 14, 2019 at 8:52 pm

    5 stars
    I’m new to the air fryer and this recipe was great! My family gobbled it down! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      February 17, 2019 at 9:15 pm

      So happy to hear you loved it!

      Reply
  5. Demeter says

    February 14, 2019 at 11:45 pm

    5 stars
    I need to bite the bullet and get an air fryer! What a fantastic way to make your veggies, especially asparagus. I want to eat it all!

    Reply
    • William H Burlison says

      April 2, 2021 at 9:30 pm

      I have a convection oven and it does much of what an Air Fryer does but the air fryer is quicker, makes food crisper and easy to clean. So I use it like an extra oven or instead a lot and love it.

      Reply
  6. Catalina says

    February 15, 2019 at 3:05 am

    5 stars
    I love asparagus so much! This is such a great idea roast them in the Air Fryer! A must try recipe!

    Reply
  7. Jade says

    February 15, 2019 at 4:35 am

    5 stars
    These are the perfect sidekick to compliment my plate, Thank you!

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      February 17, 2019 at 9:15 pm

      Makes such a delicious and healthy side dish!

      Reply
  8. Mahy Elamin says

    February 15, 2019 at 7:42 am

    5 stars
    I just tried this – it was the best asparagus I’ve ever had! Just a little bit crunchy and a little bit toasty. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      February 17, 2019 at 9:14 pm

      We love it so much as well!

      Reply
  9. Toni says

    February 15, 2019 at 2:31 pm

    5 stars
    This looks SO good! Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply
  10. Taylor says

    February 16, 2019 at 11:07 am

    5 stars
    I never thought about making asparagus in the air fryer! Looks delicious!

    Reply
  11. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

    February 17, 2019 at 6:33 pm

    5 stars
    This couldn’t look any more perfect!

    Reply
  12. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

    February 17, 2019 at 10:50 pm

    Mmm! This looks so good, and asparagus is a favorite side. I’d love to try it in an air fryer!

    Reply
  13. Sommer says

    February 21, 2019 at 6:38 pm

    5 stars
    Such an easy way to make a yummy side dish!

    Reply
  14. Kim says

    April 20, 2019 at 10:31 am

    Do you think this will still taste good if I make it a few hours ahead and heat it up in advance? Taking it to a dinner party. Thanks.

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      April 21, 2019 at 7:38 pm

      I would just make it right before you leave? The veggies will get soggy if they are overcooked. It’s very quick to make.

      Reply
  15. Sara says

    February 5, 2020 at 6:20 pm

    5 stars
    This is ridiculously easy and delicious! It was so good that my boys even asked for seconds (for the first time ever).

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      February 6, 2020 at 1:43 pm

      Amazing!!!

      Reply
  16. Christine D says

    February 12, 2020 at 10:46 pm

    5 stars
    So quick and easy! Made the perfect low carb side to my burger in a bowl!

    Reply
  17. Regina says

    April 25, 2020 at 10:14 pm

    5 stars
    I just bought an air fryer and I have some asparagus. I looked it up and found this recipe . Perfection! seriously , the very best method. Thanks for posting it
    .

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      April 27, 2020 at 2:32 pm

      It’s SOOOO easy, right?!?!

      Reply
  18. Anna Maria says

    May 5, 2020 at 5:55 pm

    5 stars
    So delicious. I make this a few times a week. Love it

    Reply
  19. Asparagus in airfryer says

    May 7, 2020 at 10:32 pm

    5 stars
    First I’d like to thank you to inspiring me by your wonderful recipes, especially this one asparagus is my favorite lunch meal, I have one question to you please:
    How do you know when asparagus goes bad?
    Oven case.

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      May 11, 2020 at 10:20 am

      I hope you love the recipe! Here is how you know when asparagus goes bad! It is the tips of asparagus they will begin to go bad first, which is also the most desirable part of the asparagus. The best way to tell if your asparagus is going bad is to look at the tips, they will begin to turn a very dark green (almost black) and when you touch them they will just mush between your fingers.

      Reply
      • TODDLERSNACK says

        June 4, 2020 at 11:42 am

        Thank you, that really helps a lot.

        Reply
  20. Kerry says

    June 4, 2020 at 3:00 pm

    5 stars
    I added halved grape tomatoes. And after the 7 minutes sprinkled shredded parm cheese and put back in for one minute to melt it was amazing!

    Reply
  21. Wendy Rhodes says

    August 26, 2020 at 5:24 pm

    5 stars
    When I was a kid growing up in Cali my Mom would roast asparagus and serve it with mayo as a dipping sauce. I love the taste and texture of roasted anything but being August in Texas means I avoid turning on my oven, or even my stove top, at all costs. Air Frying is relatively new to me. As I slowly try new recipes, I pin them to my “Air Fryer Recipes That Worked For Me” board and this recipe is most definitely going there. Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful and easy recipe!

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      August 31, 2020 at 7:35 am

      I am so happy you enjoyed it! I love how convenient the air fryer is and how you don’t have to heat the whole house as you said! Cheers!

      Reply
  22. Mo says

    October 7, 2020 at 12:21 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious! Now I have to buy one for myself!

    Reply
  23. Cin says

    November 5, 2020 at 9:21 am

    Can we make using the frozen asparagus spears? Thinking we need to steam and just reduce the air fryer time, right?

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      November 6, 2020 at 10:55 am

      You can try that, but they might be a little soggy. There is a lot of water in frozen asparagus, but it’s worth a try.

      Reply
  24. Peg says

    February 12, 2021 at 8:36 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious. I air fried mine for 9 minutes. I will make this often. Thank you!

    Reply
  25. Carlos says

    March 9, 2021 at 8:07 pm

    5 stars
    Made this tonight – so delicious and easy! Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
  26. Lily says

    March 16, 2021 at 3:50 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely amazing, so easy and delicious, this was the perfect side to our grilled chicken!!

    Reply
  27. Natalie says

    March 16, 2021 at 3:59 pm

    5 stars
    I will not make asparagus any other way!! This is done so quick, no waiting on it at all & it turns out perfectly!!

    Reply
  28. Melissa says

    March 16, 2021 at 10:21 pm

    5 stars
    Wow – great way to make asparagus! I will not make it any other way now!

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      March 17, 2021 at 8:01 am

      Isn’t it so easy! Love the air fryer!

      Reply
  29. Laurie says

    March 23, 2021 at 6:25 pm

    Do you preheat the air fryer?

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      March 23, 2021 at 7:04 pm

      I don’t!

      Reply
  30. Rhonda Phillips says

    April 9, 2021 at 12:56 pm

    What school did you attend?
    There are 4 ingredients in this
    It’s also not a recipe
    It’s basic cooking for asparagus

    Reply
    • Allyson says

      April 9, 2021 at 1:38 pm

      Aren’t you a fun one! I attended the University of California Berkeley, you? If you were a professional recipe developer, you would know that salt and pepper are not considered ‘ingredients’, but alas, I guess you aren’t, or you wouldn’t be looking for such a basic recipe online! Thank you for taking the time out of your obviously busy day to leave such a helpful comment! Cheers!

      Reply

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