Description
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus is an elegant and easy appetizer or side dish featuring fresh asparagus stalks wrapped in thinly sliced prosciutto, seasoned with black pepper, and broiled to crispy perfection. This flavorful dish requires only four ingredients and is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 12 stalks fresh asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 slices prosciutto (very thinly sliced)
- Ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Broiler: Preheat your oven's broiler and line a sheet pan with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Prepare Asparagus: Arrange the asparagus stalks in a single layer on the sheet pan. Drizzle the olive oil over them and toss gently to ensure each stalk is evenly coated.
- Wrap with Prosciutto: Cut each slice of prosciutto in half crosswise. Wrap each asparagus stalk tightly with a piece of prosciutto, covering most of the stalk.
- Season: Sprinkle ground black pepper evenly over the wrapped asparagus according to your taste preference.
- Broil: Place the sheet pan under the broiler. Broil the asparagus for 3-4 minutes per side, turning carefully halfway through, until the asparagus is cooked through and the prosciutto edges turn crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Notes
- Use thinly sliced prosciutto for best wrapping and crisping results.
- If you prefer a slightly milder flavor, omit black pepper or reduce the amount.
- For easier cleanup, line the pan with foil as recommended.
- Make sure not to overcook the asparagus to keep a slight crispness.
- This dish pairs well with a light lemon vinaigrette or a sprinkle of grated Parmesan for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- 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
