Description
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus is a simple yet elegant appetizer or side dish featuring fresh asparagus stalks wrapped in savory, thinly sliced prosciutto and broiled to crispy perfection. With just four ingredients, this recipe is quick to prepare and always impresses guests with its delightful combination of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 12 stalks fresh asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 slices prosciutto (very thinly sliced)
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler: Set your oven broiler to high and line a sheet pan with foil to prepare for cooking and easy cleanup.
- Prepare the asparagus: Arrange the asparagus stalks in a single layer on the sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, and toss gently to coat all stalks evenly.
- Wrap with prosciutto: Cut each slice of prosciutto in half crosswise, then wrap each piece tightly around an asparagus stalk to cover most of it.
- Season: Sprinkle ground black pepper over the wrapped asparagus to taste for added flavor.
- Broil until crisp: Place the sheet pan under the broiler and cook the asparagus for 4 minutes on one side, then carefully flip and broil for another 4 minutes until the asparagus is tender and the prosciutto edges are crispy.
- Serve immediately: Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving platter, serving hot for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use very thinly sliced prosciutto to ensure it crisps up nicely under the broiler without burning.
- Trim the tough ends of the asparagus before cooking if desired for a cleaner presentation.
- For a dairy-free and gluten-free appetizer, this recipe fits perfectly without modifications.
- Serve as an elegant appetizer or a flavorful side dish for dinner parties or casual meals.
- If you prefer less salt, reduce the amount of prosciutto or choose a lower sodium variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 stalks
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 7 mg
