**Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus Spears: A Delightful Appetizer or Side Dish**
Prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears are a classic appetizer or side dish that is both elegant and easy to make. This dish features tender asparagus spears wrapped in savory prosciutto and then baked or grilled until crispy. The combination of flavors and textures is irresistible, with the salty prosciutto complementing the slightly bitter asparagus. It's a simple yet sophisticated dish that is perfect for any occasion.
This article provides two different recipes for prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears. The first recipe is a basic version that uses just a few simple ingredients, while the second recipe adds a touch of extra flavor with a balsamic glaze. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be prepared in under 30 minutes.
So if you're looking for a delicious and easy appetizer or side dish, give prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears a try. You won't be disappointed!
PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED ASPARAGUS SPEARS
Categories Appetizer Asparagus Prosciutto Boil
Yield Makes 30 hors D¿oeuvres count on at least 3 per person!
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Trim the asparagus stalks so that the spears are 5 inches long. In a deep skillet, bring 1 1/2 inches of salted water to a boil and cook the asparagus until they are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. in a colander, drain the asparagus and rinse under cold water. Dry the asparagus well on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mash the Boursin with a fork until it is smooth. Cut 1 slice of prosciutto lengthwise into 1-inch strips and spread each strip with about 1/2 teaspoon Boursin. Spread about 1/4 teaspoon mustard over the Boursin and wrap each strip in a spiral around an asparagus spear, trimming any excess. Make more hors d'oeuvres with the remaining prosciutto, Boursin, mustard, and asparagus spears in the same manner.
PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED ASPARAGUS
Prosciutto-wrapped asparagus, roasted in the oven until crisp, is such an easy way to make your asparagus extra special. Great for Easter, Mother's Day, graduation parties, or any spring meal!
Provided by Lisa Lin
Categories Side Dish
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400°F: Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- Prepare the asparagus: Rinse and pat dry the asparagus. Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus. Set asparagus spears aside. (Reserve the snapped ends for another meal, if you like.)
- Wrap the asparagus with prosciutto: Cut prosciutto slices in half down their length. Wrap each spear of asparagus with one strip of sliced prosciutto. Tug the prosciutto a little as you wrap it around the asparagus to give it tension. This helps to ensure that the prosciutto wraps around the asparagus tightly. Lay the wrapped asparagus spears on the lined sheet pan.
- Drizzle the asparagus with 1 to 2 tablespoons of olive oil: Sprinkle a pinch of black pepper on top.
- Bake the asparagus for 8 to 10 minutes: When done, the asparagus will be bright green and easily pierced with a fork, and the prosciutto will be crisped around the edges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 456 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 6 g, ServingSize 4 to 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
ROASTED ASPARAGUS WRAPPED IN PROSCIUTTO
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories appetizer
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Snap the dry stem ends off of each asparagus and place on a heavy baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss. Roast until the asparagus is tender, about 15 minutes. Cool completely.
- Wrap each asparagus with 1 piece (about 1/2 a slice) of prosciutto, exposing tips. Arrange on a platter and serve at room temperature.
PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED ASPARAGUS SPEARS
Categories Cheese Mustard Vegetable Appetizer Cocktail Party Easter Wedding Condiment Ham Asparagus Spring Shower Prosciutto Party Boil Gourmet Sugar Conscious Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 30 hors d'oeuvresand count on at least 3 per person!
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Trim the asparagus stalks so that the spears are 5 inches long. In a deep skillet bring 1 1/2 inches salted water to a boil and cook the asparagus until they are crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. In a colander drain the asparagus and rinse under cold water. Drain the asparagus well on paper towels.
- In a bowl mash the Boursin with a fork until it is smooth. Cut 1 slice of prosciutto lengthwise into 1-inch strips and spread each strip with about 1/2 teaspoon Boursin. Spread about 1/4 teaspoon mustard over the Boursin and wrap each strip in a spiral around an asparagus spear, trimming any excess. Make more hors d'oeuvres with the remaining prosciutto, Boursin, mustard, and asparagus spears in the same manner.
ASPARAGUS WRAPPED IN CRISP PROSCIUTTO
Extremely easy and elegant appetizer. Asparagus spears are wrapped in a sheath of prosciutto, then baked until crispy. A great dish to make ahead, and bake just before serving.
Provided by Teresa Haider
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Meat and Poultry Pork
Time 20m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil, and coat with olive oil.
- Wrap one slice of prosciutto around each asparagus spear, starting at the bottom, and spiraling up to the tip. Place the wrapped spears on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 5 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove, and shake the pan back and forth to roll the spears over. Return to the oven for another 5 minutes, or until asparagus is tender, and prosciutto is crisp. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.8 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 278.6 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
GRILLED PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED ASPARAGUS
Provided by Food Network
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Trim the ends off of the asparagus spears and place in a large bowl or pan and cover with cold water and let stand for 1 hour. This will allow the asparagus to absorb a little moisture and stay crisp & moist when grilling. Drain asparagus. Drizzle asparagus with a little olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Not too much just a little, add minced garlic and season to taste with freshly ground black pepper. Gently mix to evenly coat the asparagus. Lay a slice of prosciutto vertically (short end at the bottom) on a flat work surface. Place one seasoned asparagus spear across the middle of the prosciutto at the bottom end and roll up the asparagus tightly in the prosciutto. Repeat with remaining asparagus. Line up 4 prosciutto wrapped asparagus spears.
- Skewer the 4 spears together, 2 skewers per group of 4 wrapped asparagus.
- This will make it easier to grill the asparagus. Repeat until you have 6 skewers of 4. They end up looking like little rafts of prosciutto wrapped asparagus.
- Preheat grill to medium high 450-550° F. Cook asparagus until tender and prosciutto crisps, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from grill, drizzle with a little extra olive oil and balsamic vinegar and serve immediately with grilled Tony Roma's BBQ Baby Back Ribs.
WRAPPED ASPARAGUS
A sophisticated blend of lemon, garlic, asparagus, delicate goat cheese and tasty Margherita® Prosciutto, make for a delicious appetizer, an attractive buffet item or a savory side dish.
Provided by Margherita Meats
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Margherita® Meats
Time 40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Combine lemon juice, olive oil and garlic in large bowl. Add asparagus; toss to coat. Place asparagus in baking pan.
- Bake 8 minutes, or until crisp-tender. Let cool to room temperature (about 15 minutes).
- Cut each prosciutto slice in half lengthwise. Spread each piece with about 1 teaspoon goat cheese. Wrap each slice in a spiral around each asparagus spear. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 18.9 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 340.5 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED ASPARAGUS
Tender asparagus wrapped with salty prosciutto makes a super simple and tasty side dish or appetizer!
Provided by A Day In the Kitchen
Categories Asparagus Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
- Combine olive oil and red pepper flakes. Place asparagus on a baking sheet and drizzle olive oil mixture over top; mix together with your hands to coat.
- Cut each slice of prosciutto in half lengthwise. Wrap a strip of prosciutto around each asparagus spear, angling as you wrap to cover most of the asparagus. Arrange on the baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
- Broil in the preheated oven until prosciutto is sizzling and crispy and asparagus is tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Transfer asparagus to a serving platter. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 162.9 calories, Carbohydrate 3.4 g, Cholesterol 25.3 mg, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 559.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED ASPARAGUS
My husband taught me this elegant yet easy side dish! Always a hit at the holidays, and dresses up every day chicken.
Provided by Trish
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus Baked
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Spread prosciutto slices with Neufchatel cheese. Wrap slices around 2 or 3 asparagus spears. Arrange wrapped spears in a single layer on a medium baking sheet.
- Bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until asparagus is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 71.2 mg, Fat 24.6 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 14.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 1210.1 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
PROSCIUTTO-WRAPPED ROASTED ASPARAGUS
Asparagus doesn't need any help in my opinion, but a little prosciutto and lemon juice are wonderful little touches.
Provided by JSHutchings
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Asparagus Baked
Time 35m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
- Bend asparagus spears and snap off tough ends. Wrap 3 to 4 spears with a slice of prosciutto and secure with a toothpick. Place bundles in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle some lemon juice and olive oil over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until asparagus is crisp-tender, 18 to 20 minutes. Turn on the broiler and broil until prosciutto is crisp, 2 to 3 minutes. Drizzle with more lemon juice after broiling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 220.4 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
Tips:
- Choose asparagus spears that are fresh, firm, and of uniform thickness.
- Trim the asparagus spears by snapping off the tough ends.
- Blanch the asparagus spears in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, or until they are tender-crisp.
- Pat the asparagus spears dry with paper towels.
- Wrap each asparagus spear with a slice of prosciutto, starting at the bottom and working your way up.
- Place the prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Season the asparagus spears with salt and pepper.
- Bake the prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until the prosciutto is crispy and the asparagus is tender.
- Serve the prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears immediately.
Conclusion:
Prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. The asparagus is tender and flavorful, and the prosciutto adds a salty and crispy touch. These asparagus spears are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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