Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Balsamic Reduction

Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Balsamic Reduction

Crisp asparagus spears wrapped in salty prosciutto, roasted hot and finished with a tangy balsamic drizzle.

Total 35 min Makes 4 servings Calories 165/serving

Dietary

Keto, Wheat free, Nut free

Allergens

Dairy, Red meat

Thin slices of prosciutto crisp up in the oven while the asparagus underneath turns tender, and a simmered balsamic reduction adds a sweet-tart finish. The combination makes an easy appetizer or side dish that pairs well with roasted meats or a simple pasta.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound asparagus, woody ends trimmed
  • 6 slices prosciutto, halved lengthwise
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, shaved, for garnish

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. In a small saucepan, bring the balsamic vinegar and honey to a simmer over medium heat.

  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer until the mixture thickens and coats a spoon, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool and thicken further.

  4. Toss the trimmed asparagus spears with olive oil and black pepper.

  5. Wrap each asparagus spear with a half-slice of prosciutto, spiraling it around the stalk, and arrange the wrapped spears in a single layer on the baking sheet.

  6. Roast until the prosciutto is crisp at the edges and the asparagus is tender when pierced with a fork, 10 to 12 minutes.

  7. Transfer the wrapped asparagus to a serving platter, drizzle with the balsamic reduction, and top with shaved Parmesan before serving.

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Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Balsamic Reduction

Thin slices of prosciutto crisp up in the oven while the asparagus underneath turns tender, and a simmered balsamic reduction adds a sweet-tart finish. The combination makes an easy appetizer or side dish that pairs well with roasted meats or a simple pasta.

35 min 4 servings 165 cal

Ingredients

  • 1 pound asparagus, woody ends trimmed
  • 6 slices prosciutto, halved lengthwise
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, shaved, for garnish

Method

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a small saucepan, bring the balsamic vinegar and honey to a simmer over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Reduce heat to low and simmer until the mixture thickens and coats a spoon, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool and thicken further.

  4. 4

    Toss the trimmed asparagus spears with olive oil and black pepper.

  5. 5

    Wrap each asparagus spear with a half-slice of prosciutto, spiraling it around the stalk, and arrange the wrapped spears in a single layer on the baking sheet.

  6. 6

    Roast until the prosciutto is crisp at the edges and the asparagus is tender when pierced with a fork, 10 to 12 minutes.

  7. 7

    Transfer the wrapped asparagus to a serving platter, drizzle with the balsamic reduction, and top with shaved Parmesan before serving.