Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
This Bacon Wrapped Asparagus recipe combines the smoky flavor of bacon with the freshness of asparagus for a delicious appetizer or side dish. Perfect for a quick and easy dish that is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 slices bacon, or more to taste
- ground black pepper to taste (Optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Prepare asparagus: Toss asparagus in olive oil and season with black pepper.
- Wrap with bacon: Wrap 6-7 asparagus spears with a slice of bacon each.
- Bake: Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until bacon is crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy hot as a side dish or appetizer.
Notes
- If you prefer your bacon extra crispy, you can broil the bacon-wrapped asparagus for a few minutes at the end of baking.
- Feel free to sprinkle Parmesan cheese or lemon zest over the asparagus before baking for added flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
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