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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

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Eating more vegetables doesn’t have to be boring… and that’s why I LOVE Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus! These asparagus bundles are bursting with flavor, easy to make and are crispy and delicious!

Asparagus wrapped in bacon on a white plate

Asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables. I love it on the grill, sautéed and roasted in the oven. So, you can imagine my excitement when I put it in the air fryer! Viola! SO crunchy and good!

As if I didn’t love it enough already, I decided to up my vegetable game and wrap it in bacon. Because seriously… who doesn’t love bacon?!?

My boys all love bacon. So if I add bacon it’s a given that they are going to eat it and be really excited about it!

This is a simple recipe and only requires 2 ingredients.

  • Bacon
  • Asparagus
Asparagus on a wooden cutting board

How do I make Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus?

  • Wash your asparagus.
  • Cut off the woody ends of asparagus.
    TIP–> For this recipe make sure your asparagus fits in your air fryer before wrapping it in bacon.
  • Bundle 2 asparagus spears and wrap one piece of bacon around each bundle.
  • Place in air fryer. It will take you 2 batches to use an entire pound of bacon.
  • Cook & Enjoy!
Woman cutting asparagus on a wooden cutting board

What kind of bacon should I use?

For this recipe I used center cut bacon.

I typically prefer turkey bacon but I do not know how well turkey bacon would work for this recipe. My suggestion is using a good quality center cut bacon with minimal fat.

Asparagus wrapped in raw bacon in an air fryer

If you don’t like veggies I encourage you to try them in your air fryer or roast them… I think it really enhances the flavor and makes them so good!

What goes well with asparagus?

  • Salmon
  • Steak
  • Baked Chicken
  • Eggs… leftover asparagus is great for breakfast!

If you don’t have an air fryer you can also roast asparagus. I enjoy this recipe! Don’t be afraid to prepare vegetables in a different way than usual, or to try a new-to-you vegetable.

Asparagus wrapped in bacon on a white plate

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Crispy asparagus wrapped in delicious bacon makes this a great side dish or appetizer
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 330 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb bacon center cut
  • 1 bunch asparagus

Instructions
 

  • Wash asparagus and cut off woody ends
    Make sure asparagus fits into the air fryer
  • Wrap one piece of uncooked bacon around 2 asparagus spears
  • Place in a single layer in air fryer. It will take at least 2 batches to cook all bacon and asparagus.
  • Cook in the air fryer at 350 for 10 minutes. If you need to add time to ensure bacon is cooked all the way add in 2 minute increments so you don't get the asparagus too crispy.
  • Repeat steps for remaining bacon and asparagus.

Nutrition

Serving: 3bundlesCalories: 330kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 11gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 502mgPotassium: 301mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 595IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 2mg
Keyword air fryer, asparagus
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