Instant Pot Asparagus
This instant pot asparagus is cooked to tender perfection and loaded with the flavors of parmesan cheese and garlic. It's an asparagus recipe that even the kids will love.
When you're looking for a side dish that's delicious and easy, look at this recipe. It comes together in minutes and it's absolutely loaded with flavor.
Instant Pot Asparagus
I love asparagus, but unfortunately, I was never able to get my kids to eat it. I figured if I could add some other flavors that they liked, I might be able to entice them to eat it. And I did! They love this asparagus with its garlic and parmesan cheese flavors.
Ingredients
It only takes a few simple ingredients to make this easy, delicious recipe.
- asparagus
- water
- butter
- garlic
- salt
- pepper
- Parmesan cheese
Instructions
A little prep and a few minutes in the air fryer are all it takes to make this recipe.
Step 1: Trim the bottoms of asparagus off to be sure it fits in the instant pot.
Step 2: Put water, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir.
Step 3: Turn the instant pot to SAUTE. Heat until butter is melted.
Step 4: Add asparagus in a criss-cross pattern.
Step 5: Place lid on the pot.
Step 6: PRESSURE on HIGH for 1 minute.
Step 7: Quick release pressure.
Step 8: Remove asparagus from the pot.
Step 9: Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve.
Equipment
It doesn't take much to make this recipe. You only need a few simple kitchen items.
- Measuring cup and spoons
- Bowl
- Tongs
- Air fryer
Substitutions
Olive Oil: Olive oil works in place of butter.
Garlic Powder: If you don't have minced garlic, you can use garlic powder.
Options
Looking for ways to change up this instant pot asparagus? Here are some suggestions.
Spicy: Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Broccoli: Try this garlic and parmesan mixture with broccoli.
Tips:
- You only need to trim the very ends off of the asparagus. Don't waste any.
- Be sure you quick release the pressure so the asparagus doesn't overcook.
- To preserve your asparagus spears, toss them in the mixture rather than mixing them.
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FAQ
It will last for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. You can't freeze asparagus because of its high water content.
If you didn't quick release the pressure, your asparagus will overcook and get mushy.
It's fairly healthy, although it does use butter. You can make it super healthy by using olive oil instead.
Instant Pot Asparagus
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Instant Pot Asparagus
This instant pot asparagus is perfectly tender and loaded with delicious flavors. It's the perfect side dish for almost any recipe.
Ingredients
- 16 oz fresh asparagus
- 1/2 cup water
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese, optional
Instructions
- Trim bottoms of asparagus off to be sure it fits in the instant pot.
- Put water, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir.
- Turn instant pot to SAUTE. Heat until butter is melted.
- Add asparagus in a criss-cross pattern.
- Place lid on pot.
- PRESSURE on HIGH for 1 minute.
- Quick release pressure.
- Remove asparagus from the pot.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve.
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 144Total Fat 13gSaturated Fat 8gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 4gCholesterol 33mgSodium 445mgCarbohydrates 7gFiber 2gSugar 2gProtein 4g
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