Air Fryer Asparagus - an easy, fast and delicious air fryer asparagus recipe that is the perfect side dish for any meal!
Ingredients
1poundfresh asparagus
1tablespoonsolive oilmore, if desired
1teaspoonkosher saltmore, if desired
⅛teaspoonground black pepper
2-3tablespoonsparmesan cheesegrated
1tablespoonlemon zest
Instructions
Prep: Preheat air fryer to 375℉. Trim the tough ends off 1 pound fresh asparagus; discard.
Season: Place asparagus on a plate and drizzle with 1 tablespoons olive oil; use hands to coat the asparagus making sure every inch is covered. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper; toss again.
Air Fry: Place asparagus in basket or tray and sprinkle with 2-3 tablespoons parmesan cheese and 1 tablespoon lemon zest. Let cook 6-9 minutes (see Notes).
Serve: Remove and serve immediately!
Notes
Air Fryer Model: if you are using an air fryer oven model I would recommend the shorter cook time of 6-7 minutes; if you are using a basket model then I would recommend 7-9 minute cook time.
Dairy-Free: to make this dairy-free simply omit the parmesan cheese or use a dairy-free substitute.