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Bundles of asparagus wrapped in crispy bacon, arranged on a white plate.

The Easiest Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Recipe

Author: Jessica Haggard
Bacon-wrapped asparagus is proof that the simplest pairings create the most wonderful dishes. This dish has the perfect balance of smoky, savory bacon and tender, roasted asparagus, creating a crowd-pleasing appetizer. With just a few simple ingredients and 10 minutes of prep, this dish delivers big - make it today and find out for yourself!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 270 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375 °F and lightly grease a rimmed baking tray.
  • Wash and trim the asparagus and arrange them all on the tray. Sprinkle the olive oil, black pepper, garlic powder and onion powder evenly over the asparagus. Toss gently with your hands, so all asparagus are coated with the oil and seasoning.
  • Divide the asparagus into 8 bundles and wrap each bundle with a slice of bacon. Start at the bottom and work your way up toward the tips.
  • Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, flipping over with tongs halfway through the cooking time.

Notes

  • For extra crispy bacon, place your wrapped asparagus on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. This allows the bacon to cook evenly, helping it crisp up better than when it sits directly on the sheet. This also helps keep them from sitting in bacon grease!
  • Asparagus cooks quickly, so don’t let it stay in the oven too long. It’s best to keep an eye on it and pull it out as soon as the bacon is crispy and the asparagus is tender but still has a little bite. 
  • Brush honey or maple syrup over the bacon or sprinkle some parmesan cheese before baking, or drizzle a little balsamic glaze over the top after for an extra burst of flavor.
  • You can prep these the night before, wrap the asparagus with bacon, and store them in the fridge. When it’s time to cook, just pop them in the oven - perfect for busy evenings or when you're entertaining guests!
Serve: Enjoy with a dipping sauce, creamy mashed potatoes, and a glass of crisp white wine, like a Sauvignon Blanc.
Store: Transfer leftovers into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Do not freeze. To reheat, place the bundles on a greased baking sheet and warm in the oven at 375 F until heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 8gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 294mgPotassium: 324mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 875IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 3mg
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