Ingredients
– 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon minced garlic
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt to taste (about ½ to 1 teaspoon)
Instructions
1-Begin by cutting about 2 inches off the woody ends of the asparagus to remove the tough parts. Next, place the asparagus in a zip-top bag or bowl and add 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, and salt to taste about ½ to 1 teaspoon. Mix everything well to coat the spears evenly, which helps with that crispy finish.
2-Now, arrange the asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket to avoid stacking and promote even cooking. Set your air fryer to 400°F and cook for 5 to 6 minutes for thin spears or 7 to 8 minutes for thicker ones. Halfway through, turn the asparagus with tongs for uniform roasting.
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🌱 Adjust cooking time based on asparagus thickness to prevent over or undercooking.
🧄 Combining garlic powder and minced garlic provides layered garlic flavor without overpowering.
🍽️ Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure crispiness and even cooking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 to 8 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Low Calorie, Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 bunch (about 4 oz)
- Calories: 40 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 3.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg