Perfect Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus Recipe for Easy Appetizers
Tender asparagus spears wrapped in salty prosciutto, roasted to perfection. A quick and elegant appetizer perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus
- 6–8 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Pinch of salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: Fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Trim the asparagus by snapping off the woody ends. Rinse and pat dry.
- Cut each slice of prosciutto in half lengthwise.
- Wrap each asparagus spear tightly with a slice of prosciutto, spiraling from tip to base.
- Arrange the wrapped asparagus in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Lightly sprinkle with salt and pepper, then drizzle with olive oil.
- Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the prosciutto is crispy and the asparagus is tender.
- Serve warm on a platter and enjoy immediately.
Notes
[‘Choose fresh asparagus with firm stalks and tight tips.’, ‘Pat asparagus dry after rinsing to prevent soggy prosciutto.’, ‘Wrap prosciutto tightly around the asparagus to avoid unraveling during cooking.’, ‘Keep an eye on the prosciutto while baking to prevent burning.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 spears
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 9
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 6
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