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    Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Apr 18, 2019 by Dee

    Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus with Parmesan cheese and lemon is a quick and easy spring appetizer or side dish that's perfect for Easter, Mother's Day or any occasion.

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    roasted parmesan prosciutto wrapped asparagus with lemon recipe

    I have been wanting to make prosciutto wrapped asparagus for the longest time. I think I originally saw this easy appetizer either on TV or in magazines. And then, of course, it's all over Pinterest this time of year.

    If you're looking for an easy Easter appetizer, this is it! This easy appetizer recipe is also perfect for Mother's Day brunch or any occasion, really.

    My family is crazy about asparagus -- It's actually the Hubs' favorite veggie. So every spring, we kind of go overboard and eat as much as we can. Usually, I make sauteed asparagus with bacon, lemon and Parmesan  or Sheet Pan Chicken with Asparagus.

    Really, this prosciutto Parmesan asparagus is just a different version of  our favorite Easter side dish, and it's actually a lot easier to make! And don't let the exotic sounding name fool you. It may sound like it's complicated, but it's actually a very easy appetizer, and it's ready in just about 10 minutes.

    What Exactly is Prosciutto?

    Prosciutto is basically Italian dry-cured ham. It's cut into very thin slices -- We're talking paper thin here.

    Where Can You Buy Prosciutto?

    You should be able to find prosciutto prepackaged in the deli area of your local grocery store. You can also find it in specialty stores or your local butcher shop.

    Is Prosciutto Expensive?

    It can be a little pricey. So even though I got mine on sale, I wanted to make it last a little longer, and I gently tore the slices in half.

    Prosciutto is also salty, and even though I happen to love salt, I found that I didn't need to add any salt to this dish. You totally can if you want, and in fact, I did the first couple of times I made this. But the next time, I left it out, and the asparagus was just as tasty.

    How to Make Roasted Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

    All you do is gently tear the prosciutto in half and then wrap the slices around the asparagus spears. Pop them into the oven for about 10 minutes, and they're just about done.

    If you don't want to tear the prosciutto, use one slice per asparagus spear, or make asparagus bundles by wrapping the meat around 3 spears.

    prosciutto wrapped asparagus on baking sheet

    I added some grated Parmesan cheese and a few squirts of fresh lemon juice to the asparagus right when it came out of the oven, for a little extra flavor. Honestly, the flavor is incredible!

    It's crisp, crunchy and slightly salty. You also get a burst of freshness from the lemon.

    roasted prosciutto wrapped asparagus on baking sheet

    Seriously, friends, you have got to try making roasted asparagus wrapped in prosciutto. You'll love it!

    Is there a Prosciutto Substitute?

    If you can't find prosciutto, you can use thin slices of bacon instead of prosciutto. In a pinch, you could even use very thin slices of ham, although the flavor won't be the same.

    roasted parmesan prosciutto wrapped asparagus with lemon recipe

    Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus Recipe

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    roasted parmesan prosciutto wrapped asparagus with lemon recipe

    Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

    Published by Dee
    Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus with Parmesan cheese and lemon is a quick and easy spring appetizer or side dish. Fresh asparagus spears are wrapped with thin slices of prosciutto and roasted until crisp then topped with shredded Parmesan cheese and fresh lemon juice. Perfect for Easter or any occasion!
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine European American
    Servings 10 people
    Calories 48 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 bunch fresh asparagus spears, washed and trimmed --about 16
    • 8 slices prosciutto, thinly sliced, torn in half
    • ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees
    • Line a baking sheet with heavy duty aluminum foil, and drizzle olive oil over foil
    • Carefully, tear prosciutto pieces in half, and wrap around asparagus
    • Bake for 10 minutes or until asparagus is slightly tender and prosciutto is slightly crisp
    • Top with shredded Parmesan cheese and drizzle with lemon juice
    • Serve immediately

    Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 48kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 43mgPotassium: 103mgVitamin A: 340IUVitamin C: 2.6mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
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    asparagus wrapped with prosciutto and topped with parmesan cheese

    We loved munching on this roasted Parmesan prosciutto wrapped asparagus, and I'm definitely making it for a quick and easy Easter appetizer. You could also enjoy it for just about any special occasion this spring.

    Happy Cooking,

    Recipe originally published in 2017 and updated in April 2019

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    1. Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says

      April 22, 2019 at 7:43 am

      It looks so delicious! This looks heavenly!5 stars

      Reply
    2. Melanie Bauer says

      April 20, 2019 at 10:19 pm

      Looks so delish! I can make this anytime, such a great addition on the table!5 stars

      Reply
    3. Beth Pierce says

      April 19, 2019 at 9:27 am

      What a great way to enjoy asparagus! Love all the flavors in this easy side dish!5 stars

      Reply
    4. Shannon Graham says

      April 19, 2019 at 8:32 am

      These would be a great snack or appetizer for a brunch! I love how easy they are!5 stars

      Reply
    5. James says

      April 19, 2019 at 6:44 am

      Tried these last night and now they are going to be a part of our Easter dinner! Fancy yet easy. And delicious!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 19, 2019 at 10:10 pm

        So glad you're making this a part of your Easter dinner! Thanks, James!

    6. Katerina @ diethood .com says

      April 19, 2019 at 2:30 am

      Such a fantastic side dish!! It looks incredibly delicious!!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 19, 2019 at 10:09 pm

        Thank you so much! We think it's very delicious!

    7. Sara Welch says

      April 18, 2019 at 5:50 pm

      What a winning side dish! I could eat this every day with dinner or as an appetizer; yum!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 19, 2019 at 12:49 am

        I could make a meal of this! Thanks, Sara. 🙂

    8. Chrissie Baker says

      April 18, 2019 at 12:20 pm

      Absolutely FAB! I love prosciutto wrapped asparagus and the parmesan just sets this one over the top! BRAVO!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 19, 2019 at 12:49 am

        This is a favorite of ours! Thanks, Chrissie!

    9. Bee says

      April 18, 2019 at 12:18 pm

      What a great recipe for entertaining! I had these at a wedding as appetizers and LOVED them!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 19, 2019 at 12:37 am

        Thank you so much, Bee! We love these!

    10. Miz Helen says

      April 11, 2017 at 6:56 am

      We will love your Asparagus! Thanks so much for sharing your awesome recipe with Full Plate Thursday. Hope you have a fantastic weekend and come back soon!
      Miz Helen5 stars

      Reply
    11. Sharon @ What The Fork says

      April 05, 2017 at 12:16 pm

      I love how easy this is to make!

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 05, 2017 at 4:44 pm

        It's super easy. I should have tried this a long time ago! 🙂

    12. Cookin Canuck says

      April 04, 2017 at 2:35 pm

      Perfectly salty and fresh! These would be fantastic with Easter brunch.

      Reply
    13. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

      April 04, 2017 at 1:18 pm

      This is such a perfect appetizer for Spring parties! Delicious!

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 05, 2017 at 4:44 pm

        It really is. Thanks, Anna! 🙂

    14. Renee - Kudos Kitchen says

      April 03, 2017 at 4:20 pm

      I could easily eat this whole try by myself, then go back into the kitchen and make more!

      Reply
    15. Des @ Life's Ambrosia says

      April 03, 2017 at 3:30 pm

      Asparagus and prosciutto is a perfect combo! The parmesan just takes it over the top!

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 04, 2017 at 8:16 am

        It definitely tastes even better with the Parm!

    16. Paula - bell'alimento says

      April 03, 2017 at 12:53 pm

      Such a classic. I love these bites of bliss.

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 04, 2017 at 8:16 am

        I should have tried these a long time ago. 😉

    17. Stephanie says

      April 03, 2017 at 12:15 pm

      Such a tasty side dish - and it goes with pretty much everything!

      Reply

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