Description
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus is a simple yet elegant appetizer featuring fresh asparagus spears wrapped in thinly sliced prosciutto, drizzled with olive oil, seasoned with black pepper, and broiled until tender and crispy. Perfect for a quick side dish or party starter, this 4-ingredient recipe delivers savory flavor and pleasing texture in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 12 stalks fresh asparagus
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 slices prosciutto (very thinly sliced)
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler: Set your oven broiler on and line a sheet pan with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the asparagus: Arrange the asparagus stalks in a single layer on the foil-lined sheet pan. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Wrap the prosciutto: Cut each slice of prosciutto in half crosswise to create smaller pieces. Wrap one piece of prosciutto around each asparagus stalk, covering them evenly.
- Season: Sprinkle ground black pepper over the wrapped asparagus according to your taste preference.
- Broil: Place the sheet pan under the broiler and cook the asparagus for 4 minutes on one side. Carefully flip each stalk and broil for an additional 4 minutes on the other side until the asparagus is cooked through and the prosciutto edges are crispy.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve immediately while warm for best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh, firm asparagus for the best texture.
- If you prefer less saltiness, rinse prosciutto briefly and pat dry before wrapping.
- For an extra touch of flavor, sprinkle a little grated Parmesan cheese on top before broiling.
- Adjust broiling time depending on your oven’s intensity to avoid burning the prosciutto.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a light white wine or sparkling water as a refreshing appetizer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 7 mg
