Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Asparagus Fries
Prepare asparagus spears in the air fryer until they are crispy like french fries, coated with Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Wash and thoroughly dry the asparagus spears. Pat them very dry with paper towels to help them crisp.
- Place the dried asparagus in a medium bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat lightly.
- In a small bowl, mix the grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
- Sprinkle the cheese mixture over the asparagus and toss until the spears are evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C) for 3 minutes.
- Arrange the coated asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time, until the asparagus is tender-crisp and the coating is golden brown and crisp.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately.
Notes
- For the best crispiness, ensure the asparagus is completely dry before oiling and coating.
- If you want a lower-carb option, serve with a side of plain Greek yogurt mixed with lemon juice instead of store-bought dipping sauces.
- If the coating starts to brown too quickly, reduce the air fryer temperature to 370°F (188°C) for the remaining cook time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 10
