Air fry asparagus at 400°F for 6–10 minutes, shaking the basket once.

# Air Fryer Asparagus

- Temperature: 400°F
- Time: 6–10 minutes
- Shake: Yes
- Preheat: Yes
- Category: vegetables
- Servings: Times based on medium-thick asparagus spears.

## Steps

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
2. Wash and trim woody ends by snapping off. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange in a single layer.
3. Air fry at 400°F for 6–10 minutes. Shake basket halfway through cooking.
4. Spears are tender-crisp with lightly browned and charred tips.

## Tips

- Snap off woody ends — they break naturally where the tender part begins
- Thicker spears hold up better in the air fryer; thin spears can overcook

## FAQ

### What temperature should I air fry asparagus at?

Air fry asparagus at 400°F for 6–10 minutes, shaking the basket once.

### Do I need to shake the basket when air frying asparagus?

Shake basket halfway through cooking.

### How do I know when asparagus is done?

Spears are tender-crisp with lightly browned and charred tips.

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## Sources

- https://www.loveandlemons.com/air-fryer-asparagus/
- https://www.wellplated.com/air-fryer-asparagus/
- https://www.skinnytaste.com/air-fryer-asparagus/

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Last verified: 2026-03-04