How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Description
Crispy air fryer bacon-wrapped asparagus made easy at home. Perfect for appetizers, sides, or quick weeknight meals.
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus spears
- 8 slices thin-cut bacon
- 1 tbsp olive oil, or avocado oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional Garlic powder or a pinch of red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Wash and dry 1 pound asparagus spears thoroughly. Toss with 1 tbsp olive oil, Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. And add Optional Garlic powder or a pinch of red pepper flakes
- Wrap one slice of of the 8 slices thin-cut bacon tightly around 3-4 asparagus spears. Ensure minimal overlap.
- Preheat your air fryer temperature to 390 degrees F (200°C).
- Place bundles in a single layer Set cook time for 6 minutes.
- Use tongs to flip the bundles. Set cook time for another 4-6 minutes until the bacon is golden and crispy.
- Enjoy immediately while the bacon is at peak crunch!
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, or aluminum foil
Notes
- Use center-cut bacon or thin slice of bacon to crisp up better in the air fryer.
- Let the air fryer really crips up the bacon, do not crowd your air fryer basket.
- This recipe will work in an air fryer, including the Ninja Foodi, Instant Pot Crisp, Instant Pot Crisp Lid, and other air fryer basket and oven models.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 98mgPotassium: 105mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 291IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg