Air fryer bacon wrapped asparagus has crispy bacon cooked to perfection, tender asparagus that gives you a beautiful blend of flavors! Air fried asparagus is prepped in minutes and cooks perfectly for a tasty side dish!
Our Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus recipe is here to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your culinary game.
Serve with all your favorite main dishes, this air-fried asparagus can be served as a low-key dish or fancy side!
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Ingredients
- Asparagus
- Bacon
- Olive Oil
- Pepper
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
How to make Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Step 1: Prep the asparagus
Begin by washing the fresh asparagus and trimming the tough ends to ensure they’re tender. Set them aside.
Step 2: Season and wrap
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, black crushed pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss the trimmed asparagus in this flavorful mixture until they are evenly coated.
- Divide your seasoned asparagus into 8 bundles. Take a strip of bacon and wrap it securely around each bundle, ensuring it’s snugly in place.
Step 3: Air Fry
Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. While it’s heating up, place the bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles on the air fryer basket or tray.
Make sure to leave some space between them to allow for even cooking.
Cook the bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles in the air fryer for approximately 12-15 minutes, turning them over halfway through the cooking time.
The bacon should become wonderfully crispy and the asparagus tender.
Variations
- Cheesy Twist: Before wrapping the bacon, sprinkle some grated Parmesan or cheddar cheese over the asparagus for an extra layer of flavor and gooey goodness.
- Herb-Infused: Experiment with fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, or basil by adding them to the olive oil and seasoning mix for a fragrant twist on the recipe.
- Spicy Kick: If you like a bit of heat, dust the asparagus with a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
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Air Fried Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus cleaned and trimmed
- 8-10 strips bacon thin cut
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Begin by washing the fresh asparagus and trimming the tough ends to ensure they’re tender. Set them aside
- In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, black crushed pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Toss the trimmed asparagus in this flavorful mixture until they are evenly coated. Divide your seasoned asparagus into 8 bundles. Take a strip of bacon and wrap it securely around each bundle, ensuring it’s snugly in place.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. While it’s heating up, place the bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles on the air fryer basket or tray.Make sure to leave some space between them to allow for even cooking.Cook the bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles in the air fryer for approximately 12-15 minutes, turning them over halfway through the cooking time.The bacon should become wonderfully crispy and the asparagus tender.