Description
This easy bacon-wrapped asparagus recipe is a crowd-pleaser! Tender asparagus spears are wrapped in crispy bacon and baked to perfection. It’s a simple yet elegant side dish that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
- 12 slices bacon, cut in half
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse and trim the asparagus. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Wrap each asparagus spear with a half-slice of bacon, starting at the base and spiraling upwards.
- Place the bacon-wrapped asparagus on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the asparagus is tender.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of brown sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup over the bacon before baking.
- Make sure to use good quality bacon for the best results.
- You can also grill the bacon-wrapped asparagus for a smoky flavor.
- Adjust the cooking time based on your oven and desired crispiness of the bacon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 spears
- Calories: 150
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Protein: 8g
