Description
A simple and elegant appetizer with crispy prosciutto and tender asparagus.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large bunch asparagus (about 1 pound)
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 3 ounces prosciutto, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Wash and pat asparagus dry. Trim ends by snapping them off where they naturally bend.
- Place asparagus in a large Ziploc bag. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
- Wrap 3-4 asparagus spears with 1 slice of prosciutto. Place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, turning once, until prosciutto is crispy and asparagus is tender.
- Mix balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon olive oil, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning in a small bowl.
- Remove asparagus from oven. Arrange on a platter, sprinkle with Parmesan, and drizzle with balsamic glaze. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh, thin asparagus for best results.
- Adjust baking time if asparagus is thicker.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bundle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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