Easy Instant Pot Asparagus

5 from 5 votes

Tender asparagus spears are a delicious side dish to accompany either a week night meal or even a special holiday dinner. This Easy Instant Pot Asparagus recipe will become one of your favorite side dishes. Using the Instant Pot to steam asparagus gives you perfectly tender spears in minutes!

Prep Time2

Cook Time0

pressurizing5

Total Time7

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Instant Pot, steamed asparagus, side dish

Servings:

Calories: 23kcal

Author: Bobbie Blue

Equipment

Instant Pot

Ingredients

1 bunch asparagus, rinsed and ends removed
1 cup water

Instructions

Pour 1 cup of water inside pot that fits inside Instant Pot.
Wash asparagus and snap off ends.
Place asparagus stalks in steamer basket that fits inside Instant Pot and nestle inside pot.
Secure lid to Instant Pot. Turn to manual and set the timer to 0 by pressing the minus button.
The Instant Pot will steam the asparagus in the time it takes to come pressure.
When Instant Pot is finished remove immediately by doing a quick release.

Notes

Nutritional information is based on ¼ of a bunch or pound of asparagus with no additional toppings. Any garnishes will change the info slightly.

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