Air Fryer Asparagus with Garlic & Parmesan
Tender asparagus spears crisped in the air fryer with garlic, olive oil, and a shower of Parmesan. Ready in 12 minutes—perfect as a side or light vegetable course.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 95
- Protein
- 5g
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Ingredients
- 1 lb asparagus spears, trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- 1
Pat asparagus dry with a paper towel. Toss with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- 2
Arrange asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket, tips facing up.
- 3
Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until tips crisp.
- 4
Slide asparagus onto a plate and shower with Parmesan. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- air fryer
- paper towels
- mixing bowl
- serving plate
- microplane or box grater
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