This Prosciutto Asparagus recipe is an easy appetizer that takes only minutes to make. The salty prosciutto goes perfectly with tender asparagus and it crisps up nicely when baked.
If you’re looking for a deliciously easy appetizer, look no further. This Prosciutto Asparagus is easy it takes only minutes to make. Plus, the thin prosciutto crisps up perfectly in the oven while the fresh asparagus gets perfectly tender.
Why This Prosciutto Asparagus Recipe Works
Something magical happens when fresh, tender asparagus is enveloped in thin, salty prosciutto and baked. The saltiness of the meat works its way in as the asparagus gets tender. While the meat bakes into a crispy outer layer.
The result is divine. Salty and sweet. Tender and crispy. The perfect bite.
How to Make Asparagus with Prosciutto – Step by Step
- STEP 1: Trim the asparagus. (Photo 1 below)
- STEP 2: Wrap a slice of thin prosciutto around the base of each asparagus stalk. (Photo 2 below)
- STEP 3: Drizzle with olive oil and bake. (Photo 3 below)
What is prosciutto?
Prosciutto is one of my favorite meats. It’s a dry-cured Italian ham. Unlike regular ham, prosciutto is usually served cold. You can learn more about how it’s made and where it comes from here.
You can use it in so many ways, such as on a cheeseboard, in salads or just as a snack.
Can you use other meats instead?
I would stick with prosciutto when making this recipe. It’s sliced exceptionally thin which is perfect for the quick bake time of this recipe. Prosciutto also has a salty taste which infuses into the asparagus as it bakes.
Expert Tips for Making the Best Prosciutto Asparagus
This easy baked asparagus recipe is easy to make. Here are a few expert tips to make it even easier.
- Trim your asparagus: The best way to trim asparagus is to hold the stalk near the bottom in one hand and about half way up in the other hand. Bend the stalk until it snaps. Line up the rest of the asparagus with that stalk and trim.
- Serve this as a side dish: You can easily make this into a side dish by bundling 3 asparagus stalks together and wrapping them in a slice of prosciutto.
- Serve them cold or warm: This is a great recipe to serve warm or at room temperature.
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Prosciutto Asparagus
Ingredients
- 16 spears fresh asparagus trimmed
- 16 slices prosciutto
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
- Wrap one slice of prosciutto around each asparagus spear, starting at the bottom and working your way to the top.
- Place the wrapped asparagus on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Repeat with remaining asparagus.
- Drizzle olive oil on top of the asparagus.
- Bake for 5 minutes.
- Flip asparagus and bake for another 5 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Expert Tips
- Trim your asparagus: The best way to trim asparagus is to hold the stalk near the bottom in one hand and about half way up in the other hand. Bend the stalk until it snaps. Line up the rest of the asparagus with that stalk and trim.
- Serve this as a side dish: You can easily make this into a side dish by bundling 3 asparagus stalks together and wrapping them in a slice of prosciutto.
- Serve them cold or warm: This is a great recipe to serve warm or at room temperature.
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Sandi says
What a fun way to make asparagus. I can’t wait to try this recipe.
Candi Elm says
My hubby loves asparagus, I have made it wrapped in bacon, but I think the thin prosciutto looks much easier.
Corinne says
Such a simple recipe but the end result is so elegant. Love this!
Christina Hitchcock says
It doesn’t get much easier!
Fiorenza says
That’s a big YES to this recipe. Asparagus and Italian prosciutto crudo, just perfect!
Andrea says
I’ve been doing a keto diet for the last two months – trying to lose weight for my wedding – and I love finding delicious recipes like this to satisfy cravings! This recipe is awesome! I have loved this as a low-carb, keto snack!
Christina Hitchcock says
I’m so glad you liked it 🙂
Taryn says
This is such an easy way to make asparagus ‘fancy’. My guests loved it!
Jaclyn says
Asparagus is one of our favorite veggies, thanks for this delicious recipe!