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    Ninja Foodi Grill Asparagus

    Published: Jul 9, 2021 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Feb 19, 2022 · 862 words. · About 5 minutes to read this article. This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own.

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    Grilled asparagus is always a good idea, and this Ninja Foodi Grill Asparagus is so easy to make. In the time it takes your meat to rest, you have an easy side dish that is full of flavor. Don't skip the squeeze of lemon at the end! It takes flavors to the next level.

    Overhead photo of a white platter with Ninja Foodi Grill Asparagus.

    There is something special about lightly charred asparagus, don't you think?

    This Ninja Foodi Grill Asparagus let you enjoy the magic of grilled asparagus without having to spend a bunch of time preheating the grill or even leaving the comfort of your kitchen.

    Easy grilling doesn't get much better!

    Give it a try, and I think you will agree - grilled asparagus in the ninja foodi deserves to become a habit.

    Photo of the cover of a Ninja Foodi Grill Cookbook.

    Ingredients for Making Asparagus Ninja Foodi Grill

    Photo of a bowl of asparagus, a half lemon and small prep bowls with parmesan, avocado oil, and seasonings.
    • Asparagus:  Trim the woody part from the bottom of the asparagus.
    • Oil:  I used avocado oil but any high heat oil works to cook asparagus. Light olive oil is fine, but I do not recommend extra virgin olive oil.
    • Seasonings:  Adjust the amount to your personal preference.
    • Parmesan:  Freshly grated parmesan is best.
    • Lemon:  I recommend fresh lemon, but a splash of bottled lemon juice will work in a pinch.

    Tips & Tricks

    • Fresh asparagus was once available only in the spring, but now you can find it in most locations throughout the year.
    • When buying asparagus, look for spears with the top tightly closed. Thinner spears are easy to overcook, so opt for thigh spears - at least ½ -inch - If you can find them. If you are preparing asparagus that is especially thin, keep a very close eye on it. The intense heat can cause it to shrivel.
    • Store asparagus in the refrigerator in a glass or jar that has about an inch of water in it. Trim the ends as you would flowers, and then cover the top of the asparagus with plastic wrap or a plastic baggie. This will even perk up limp asparagus!

    Serving Suggestions

    This simple side goes with so many things! Try it with Ninja Foodi Grill Steak, Air Fryer Chicken Cutlets, or Gluten-Free Meatballs. (If you are going with the steak or chicken recipe, this easy side will cook in the time that your meat rests!)

    Frequently Asked Questions 

    Can you eat the tips of asparagus? 


    Absolutely! The only part of the asparagus that you need to trim is the ends, which can get woody.

    Can I cook this in an air fryer? 


    Yes! Cook in the air fryer at 390 degrees for 5 to 9 minutes or to the desired doneness.

    How do you trim asparagus?


    After washing your asparagus, take one stalk from the bunch. Bend it at the thicker end until it snaps. Use that as a guide to trim the rest of the bunch.

    Does the Ninja Foodi Grill smoke?


    Raise your hand if you've ever set off your smoke detectors while trying to create the char you get from outdoor grilling inside. I know I have! The Foodi Grill comes with a unique system to control the smoke.

    The temperature-controlled grill grate, splatter shield, and cool-air zone work together to reduce the amount of smoke and keep your kitchen almost smoke-free.

    Of course, if you have too much fat at too high of a heat, it can cause smoke. For this reason, I recommend adding oil directly to the food (in this case, asparagus stalks) and not the grill pan itself.

    Tools Needed to Make Asparagus in the Ninja Foodi Grill

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    Storage

    Keep leftovers of this Ninja Foodi Asparagus in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat them on your foodi grill or serve them cold in a salad.

    How to Make This Ninja Foodi Grill Asparagus Recipe

    Start by preheating the grill to MAX.

    Wash your asparagus and trim the bottoms.

    • A bowl of asparagus that has had seasonings sprinkled over it.
    • Bowl of seasoned asparagus sitting next to a small dish of parmesan and a half of lemon.

    Place the asparagus in a large bowl and toss with the avocado oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

    When the grill is preheated, arrange the asparagus in a single layer on the grill grate.

    Cook for 5 to 7 minutes to the desired doneness. (I like mine fork-tender.) If you like, you can flip the asparagus halfway through.

    • Photo of the Add Food message on the Ninja Foodi Gril.
    • Photo of asparagus in the Ninja Foodi Grill.

    Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with the parmesan cheese.

    Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice.

    Close up overhead photo of ninja foodi grill asparagus.

    Don't miss my Ninja Foodi Grilled Asparagus Web Story.

    Fun Tip: Did you know that asparagus is great when you are feeling bloated? It has a natural diuretic effect that helps to flush water out of the body.

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    5 from 4 votes

    Ninja Foodi Grill Asparagus

    Sides don't get any better than this Ninja Foodi Grill Asparagus!
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Ninja Foodi Grill
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 116kcal
    Author: Wendy Polisi

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound asparagus trimmed
    • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or other high heat oil
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
    • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
    • ½ lemon juiced

    Instructions

    • Set your Ninja Grill to GRILL/MAX and close the lid to preheat.
    • Place the asparagus in a large bowl and toss with the avocado oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
    • Once the grill is preheated, arrange the asparagus in a single layer.
    • Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, to desired doneness.
    • Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with the cheese. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 116kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 394mg | Potassium: 264mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 910IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 3mg

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    Grilling RecipesHoliday RecipesNinja Foodi Grill RecipesSide Dish Recipes

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    About Wendy Polisi

    Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, 5 time cookbook author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 16 & 17 and my late life princess is 9.

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    1. Melody Kristensen

      August 09, 2021 at 10:45 pm

      5 stars
      I've been roasting asparagus in my oven for the past few years. Not only is this faster and not heat up my apartment but it tastes better! New favorite asparagus recipe.

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    2. sharon

      March 14, 2022 at 10:56 pm

      5 stars
      Oh wow, my asparagus turned out delicious!!!!!! Thank you for sharing your recipe, this is now my go-to!

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      • Wendy Polisi

        March 15, 2022 at 3:49 pm

        So glad that you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    3. Donna

      April 24, 2022 at 7:19 pm

      5 stars
      Easy and delicious! Thanks for sharing.

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      • Wendy Polisi

        April 27, 2022 at 6:59 pm

        So glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply

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