Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of prosciutto-wrapped asparagus bites! These elegant appetizers combine the savory richness of thinly sliced prosciutto with the fresh taste of tender asparagus. Perfect for parties or casual gatherings, they are incredibly easy to prepare and will leave your guests clamoring for more. With their mouthwatering flavor and stunning presentation, these bites are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh asparagus (about 20 spears)
- 8 oz thinly sliced prosciutto
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse asparagus under cold water and trim tough ends.
- Wrap each asparagus spear snugly with prosciutto.
- Arrange wrapped spears on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with black pepper and lemon zest.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until prosciutto is crispy and golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 spears (100g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 30mg