This quick and easy Air Fryer Lemon Asparagus recipe is an easy side dish. The tender and mild asparagus tastes great with a splash of fresh lemon juice. This healthy recipe is made without cheese so the fresh flavors can shine through.

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air fryer asparagus on a serving platter with fresh lemon

I am obsessed with roasting green veggies in the air fryer! So far, I’ve tried broccoli, brussels sprouts, and now asparagus. Read about the benefits of eating green vegetables every day.

I’ve said this before, but I love cooking in the air fryer because it’s easier to make smaller batches and you don’t have to heat up your kitchen. This is like the air fryer I have.

fresh asparagus spears on a white background

Recipe Highlights

Asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables. It is not bitter at all, and it’s also really healthy. The season for fresh asparagus is from around February through June, although you can also buy frozen asparagus throughout the whole year.

This easy Air Fryer Asparagus recipe is:

  • super simple,
  • gluten-free,
  • vegan,
  • paleo,
  • low carb,
  • and dairy-free.

I think you’ll agree that putting fresh asparagus spears in the air fryer is the best way to cook them. It’s an easy side dish and a healthy side dish that takes less time than the regular oven.

Recipe Steps

Step One

Start with one bunch of fresh asparagus. Trim off the last inch or two of each spear to get rid of the woody ends.

Step Two

Combine the fresh asparagus spears in a medium mixing bowl. Stir in the oil, salt, and black pepper.

As always, please do see the recipe card at the end of this post for the exact ingredients and measurements.

Step Three

Place the asparagus spears in your air fryer basket. Cook them at 315°F for 12 minutes. Serve your air fryer roasted asparagus warm for a perfect side dish. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.

asparagus in the basket of an air fryer

Recipe Tips & Substitutions

  • If you aren’t on a dairy-free diet, you can feel free to sprinkle on 1-2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese after the asparagus cooks.
  • You can also zest your lemon before slicing it. Sprinkle a teaspoon of the fresh lemon zest on the crispy asparagus for even more lemony flavor.
  • If you like spicy food, feel free to sprinkle on some red pepper flakes on top too.
  • If you prefer to make this is the oven, then you can do that too! Just place your asparagus onto a baking sheet and bake it for 15 minutes at 400 degrees F.

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Air Fryer Asparagus Without Parmesan

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Description

This quick and easy Air Fryer Lemon Asparagus recipe is an easy side dish. The tender and mild asparagus tastes great with a splash of fresh lemon juice. This healthy recipe is made without cheese so the fresh flavors can shine through.

Ingredients

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  • 1 bunch fresh asparagus, about 20 large spears
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ lemon, juiced

Instructions

  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the asparagus, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine.
  2. Pour the mixture into the basket of an air fryer. Set the temperature to 315°F for 12 minutes.
  3. Let the asparagus cook, stopping once halfway to open the basket and toss the asparagus to ensure even cooking.
  4. Transfer the cooked asparagus to a serving bowl and pour over the fresh lemon juice. Serve warm.

Notes

  1. You can easily double this recipe, if you like.
  2. If you aren’t on a dairy-free diet, you can feel free to sprinkle on 1-2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese after the asparagus cooks.
  3. You can also zest your lemon before slicing it. Sprinkle a teaspoon of the fresh lemon zest on the crispy asparagus for even more lemony flavor.
  4. If you prefer to make this is the oven, then you can do that too! Just place your asparagus onto a baking sheet and bake it for 15 minutes at 400 degrees F.
  5. Store any leftovers in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. 
  • Category: Side dish
  • Method: Air fryer
  • Cuisine: Healthy, American

Keywords: air fried asparagus, air fryer vegetables, how to cook asparagus

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