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prosciutto wrapped asparagus on a serving platter garnished with parmesan cheese and lemon wedges.
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Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus is a simple yet sophisticated side dish or appetizer that combines the tender crunch of asparagus with the salty crispness of prosciutto. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to become a regular on your dinner table!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: prosciutto wrapped appetizer
Servings: 4
Calories: 123kcal
Author: Joanna Cismaru

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound asparagus spears ends trimmed
  • 12 slices prosciutto
  • olive oil
  • black pepper to taste
  • Parmesan cheese grated, for garnish
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Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Cut the prosciutto slices in half lengthwise. Wrap a strip of prosciutto around each asparagus spear, starting from the bottom and spiralling up to just below the tip. The prosciutto should be snug but not too tight.
    process shots showing how to make prosciutto wrapped asparagus.
  • Lightly brush or drizzle the wrapped asparagus with olive oil. You can also add a sprinkle of black pepper. (Avoid adding salt as the prosciutto is already quite salty.)
    process shots showing how to make prosciutto wrapped asparagus.
  • Arrange the prosciutto-wrapped asparagus in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender and the prosciutto is crisp.
    process shots showing how to make prosciutto wrapped asparagus.
  • Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the warm asparagus just before serving.
    process shots showing how to make prosciutto wrapped asparagus.

Notes

  1. If your asparagus spears are particularly thick, consider blanching them for a couple of minutes before wrapping with prosciutto. This ensures they cook through evenly.
  2. Feel free to adjust the amount of black pepper to suit your taste. If you like a bit of heat, a pinch of red pepper flakes adds a nice kick.
  3. For a dairy-free version, skip the Parmesan cheese or substitute it with a dairy-free alternative.
  4. This dish is best served fresh, but you can store leftovers in the fridge and reheat them in the oven to retain the crispiness of the prosciutto.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 161mg | Potassium: 277mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 866IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 3mg