Air Fryer Asparagus with Lemon Parmesan
This tender-crisp Air Fryer Asparagus is brightened with lemon and savory parmesan cheese. It is a foolproof 10-minute side dish that pairs perfectly with steak, salmon, or chicken.
Prep
3 min
Cook
7 min
Total
10 min
Servings
4
Calories
90

Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- 1
Toss trimmed asparagus with oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- 2
Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
- 3
Arrange spears in a single layer. Air fry 6–8 minutes for tender-crisp, or 8–10 for softer.
- 4
Transfer to platter, immediately sprinkle with parmesan, lemon zest, and juice.
- 5
Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving · 90 calories
protein
4g
carbs
6g
fat
5g
fiber
3g
sugar
3g
sodium
290mg
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Frequently Asked Questions
How thick should the asparagus be?+
Medium-thick spears work best — pencil-thin ones can burn fast. Adjust cook time down for thinner spears.
How do I trim asparagus?+
Snap the bottom of one spear — it breaks naturally where tender meets woody. Use that as your guide.
Can I add other seasonings?+
Absolutely — try balsamic glaze, red pepper flakes, or everything bagel seasoning.

Recipe by Sarah Mitchell
Professional home cook · Tested in a real American kitchen
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