Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
Crispy, savory prosciutto envelops tender asparagus spears in this delightful appetizer. It’s a perfect balance of salty and fresh, making it an irresistible snack or starter.
Ingredients
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- 8 ozprosciutto, thinly sliced
- 1 lbasparagus, trimmed
- 2 Tbspolive oil, for drizzling
- 1 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tspsea salt, optional
- 1 tspgarlic powder, optional for extra flavor
- lemon wedges, for serving, optional
Directions
- Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
Set your oven to preheat at 400°F (200°C).
- Step 2: Prepare the Asparagus
Trim the tough ends off the asparagus and rinse under cold water.
SPONSOREDAd slot - Step 3: Wrap Asparagus
Take a slice of prosciutto and wrap it around each asparagus spear, starting from the bottom and spiraling upwards.
- Step 4: Place on Baking Sheet
Arrange the wrapped asparagus on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 5: Drizzle with Olive Oil
Drizzle olive oil over the wrapped asparagus and sprinkle with black pepper, sea salt, and garlic powder if using.
- Step 6: Roast in Oven
Roast the asparagus in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the prosciutto is crispy.
- Step 7: Serve Hot
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Optionally, serve with lemon wedges.