Air Fryer Asparagus

bacon wrapped asparagus in the air fryer basket

Perfect bacon wrapped air fryer asparagus is a simple recipe! The end result is crisp and tender asparagus spears that make a healthy side dish for any meal or a healthy snack for any time of day. This quick and easy side dish recipe is also low-carb, keto, vegan, Whole30, and Paleo.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 17

Total Time 22

Course Appetizer, Gluten-free, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings people

Calories 297 kcal

Equipment

Air fryer
Basting brush
Cooking spray

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter melted
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 pounds asparagus rinsed and trimmed
1 pound bacon uncooked
Salt & pepper

Instructions

Spray the basket of the air fryer with neutral cooking oil and preheat to 375°F.
Combine melted butter and garlic powder in a small bowl.
Remove the bacon from its package and separate into individual strips.
Wrap one strip of bacon around a group of 3-4 spears of asparagus; depending on your bacon to asparagus ratio – you may have to make adjustments.
Repeat for the rest of the bacon and asparagus, until all of the asparagus is equally wrapped in all of the bacon.
Place the bacon wrapped asparagus in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Use a basting brush to spread the butter and garlic mixture onto the bacon wrapped asparagus.
Place the air fryer basket into the air fryer and cook for 12-14 minutes, turning once halfway through, until bacon is crispy.
Carefully remove the asparagus from the air fryer basket and let cool for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. To reheat and preserve crispiness, place asparagus back in the air fryer at 375°F for up to 2 minutes. If you microwave them, they won't be crispy.

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Keyword air fryer, asparagus, bacon

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