Description
Savory bacon-wrapped asparagus delivers a sophisticated keto-friendly side dish perfect for elegant dinners. Crisp bacon and tender asparagus combine in a simple yet irresistible culinary experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) fresh asparagus
- 8–10 slices thick-cut bacon
Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Optional Flavoring:
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare the oven to 400°F and cover a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and simplify cleanup.
- Create compact asparagus bundles by grouping 3-4 spears and encasing them with a bacon slice, ensuring the bacon wraps securely around the center.
- Position the bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them apart to allow uniform crisping and thorough cooking.
- Enhance the flavor profile by lightly coating the bundles with olive oil and seasoning generously with salt and black pepper.
- Roast the asparagus bundles for 20-25 minutes, monitoring until the bacon transforms into a golden, crispy exterior and the asparagus maintains a delicate, tender-crisp texture.
- For an additional flavor dimension, sprinkle Parmesan cheese and garlic powder over the hot bundles immediately before serving, allowing the residual heat to activate the seasonings.
Notes
- Select firm, fresh asparagus spears with tight, compact tips to ensure the best texture and prevent wilting during roasting.
- Choose high-quality, thin-cut bacon that will crisp evenly and wrap smoothly around the asparagus bundles without overwhelming the vegetable.
- Use a wire rack on the baking sheet to elevate bacon-wrapped bundles, allowing excess fat to drip away and promoting crispier results with less greasiness.
- Consider replacing bacon with prosciutto for a lighter, more delicate flavor or turkey bacon for a lower-fat alternative that still provides delicious crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg