Low Sodium Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Elevate your appetizer game with this Low Sodium Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus recipe—a lighter, heart-healthy twist on a classic favorite. Featuring tender roasted asparagus wrapped in thin, savory slices of low sodium prosciutto, this dish is drizzled with olive oil, seasoned with a dash of black pepper, and finished with a bright sprinkle of fresh lemon zest. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, these elegant, crispy bites are a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication, making them ideal for a dinner party starter or a quick, wholesome side dish. Healthy eating has never looked—or tasted—this good!
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Ingredients
- 12 pieces asparagus spears
- 6 slices low sodium prosciutto slices
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Wash and trim the asparagus spears, discarding the woody ends.
Step 3
Cut each low sodium prosciutto slice in half lengthwise, resulting in 12 strips.
Step 4
Wrap each asparagus spear with a strip of prosciutto, starting at one end and spiraling the prosciutto up the spear. Place each wrapped spear on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 5
Once all the asparagus spears are wrapped, drizzle them with olive oil.
Step 6
Sprinkle the black pepper evenly over the spears.
Step 7
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the prosciutto is crispy and the asparagus is tender.
Step 8
Remove from oven and sprinkle lemon zest over the wrapped asparagus before serving.
Step 9
Serve warm as an appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (329.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 516.8 |
| Total Fat 32.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 120mg | 0% |
| Sodium 840.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 6.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.7g | |
| Protein 45.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 44.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 909.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories