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Tender Golden Air Fryer Spring Vegetables

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A quick and easy 20-minute air fryer recipe that delivers tender, golden spring vegetables with perfect crispness. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe uses simple fresh ingredients and seasoning for a flavorful, wholesome side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 8 oz baby carrots, peeled if necessary
  • 10 small baby new potatoes, halved (Yukon Gold recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse all the vegetables under cold water. Trim and cut the asparagus into roughly 2-inch pieces. Peel baby carrots if they aren’t already. Halve the baby new potatoes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine asparagus, carrots, and potatoes. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle garlic powder, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper over the veggies. Add lemon zest and fresh thyme last. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat evenly.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 2 minutes.
  4. Place the vegetables in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook for 15 minutes, shaking or stirring halfway through (around 7-8 minutes) to promote even browning.
  5. Check for doneness: potatoes should be golden and tender, carrots softened but firm, asparagus vibrant with slightly crisp tips. Add 2-3 more minutes if extra crispness is desired, watching closely.
  6. Transfer the vegetables to a serving dish and serve immediately. Optionally, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top before serving.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to maintain crispness. Toss veggies halfway through cooking for even browning. If basket is small, cook potatoes first for 5 minutes alone, then add carrots and asparagus. Use olive oil sparingly to avoid sogginess. Preheat air fryer for best results.

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