Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus: A Deliciously Simple Recipe!
Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus is a delicious and simple appetizer that combines the savory flavor of bacon with the fresh crunch of asparagus.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss the asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Wrap each asparagus spear with a slice of bacon, starting at the bottom and spiraling up to the tip.
- Place the wrapped asparagus on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the asparagus is tender.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can sprinkle some garlic powder or Parmesan cheese on top before baking.
- Make sure to use fresh asparagus for the best texture.
- This dish can be served as an appetizer or a side dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg