Paleo Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Paleo Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus recipe, a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. Featuring tender asparagus spears wrapped in savory, crispy prosciutto, this dish is seasoned lightly with extra-virgin olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper to let the natural flavors shine. Ready in just 22 minutes, it’s an ideal recipe for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Baked to perfection in the oven, the asparagus stays delectably tender while the prosciutto turns beautifully crisp. Serve this gluten-free, dairy-free, and keto-friendly appetizer warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing snack, holiday side dish, or elegant hors d'oeuvre.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 8 ounces prosciutto
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Wash and trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears. You should have about 20-24 spears.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Lightly coat the asparagus spears with the olive oil mixture, ensuring each spear is evenly seasoned.
Step 5
Take a slice of prosciutto and wrap it around the middle of an asparagus spear, leaving the top and bottom exposed. Repeat with the remaining spears and prosciutto.
Step 6
Arrange the wrapped asparagus on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are not touching.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the asparagus are tender and the prosciutto is crisp.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Step 9
Serve warm or at room temperature as a delightful appetizer or a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (710.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 935.7 |
| Total Fat 65.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.8g | |
| Cholesterol 188.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5322.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 18.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.5g | |
| Protein 70.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 111.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1755.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories