Description
Indulge in this deliciously simple asparagus dish that pairs crispy bacon with tender, vibrant spears for an appetizer or side that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound asparagus spears
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Asparagus: Trim the tough ends off the asparagus spears.
- Wrap with Bacon: Take one slice of bacon and wrap it around each asparagus spear, overlapping slightly for maximum flavor.
- Season Your Bundles: Place each bacon-wrapped spear on the baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle salt and pepper generously.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the bacon is crispy and golden brown.
- Serve & Enjoy: Transfer to a serving platter and enjoy warm for the best taste!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bundles (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute turkey bacon. Enhance flavor by adding garlic powder or a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.