Keto Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus Recipe
A quick, elegant low-carb side dish ready in under 30 minutes.
Key Info
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4-6
- Calories: 120 per serving
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 8g
- Carbs: 3g (Net: 1.5g)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free
Equipment Needed
- Large baking sheet
- Parchment paper (or silicone mat)
- Kitchen tongs
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450g) fresh asparagus spears (16-20 spears)
- 8-10 slices prosciutto, halved lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25ml) black pepper
- Sea salt to taste (go easy – prosciutto is salty)
Optional:
- ¼ cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lemon, zested
- Balsamic glaze for drizzling
Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Snap off woody ends of asparagus spears.
- Toss asparagus with olive oil and pepper.
- Cut each prosciutto slice lengthwise into two strips.
- Wrap each asparagus spear with a prosciutto strip, starting at the bottom and spiraling up.
- Place wrapped spears on a lined baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness.
Crucial Tips
- Choose asparagus spears of similar thickness for even cooking.
- Don’t overlap spears on the baking sheet.
- Prosciutto should feel crispy when done.
- Asparagus should be tender but still bright green.
Storage & Variations
Storage:
- Refrigerate up to 2 days in an airtight container.
- Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes.
Scaling:
Common Mistakes:
- Overcooking (leads to mushy asparagus).
- Using thick asparagus spears (they cook unevenly).
- Oversalting (prosciutto provides plenty of salt).
Variations:
- Grilled: 8-10 minutes on medium-high heat.
- Cheesy: Add a thin provolone strip before wrapping.
- Spicy: Dust with red pepper flakes before baking.
TIP: For the crispiest prosciutto, make sure your oven is fully preheated before baking.
