Description
Low Carb Bacon Wrapped Asparagus is the perfect dish for impressing guests or enjoying a delicious snack at home. This easy-to-make recipe features fresh asparagus spears wrapped in crispy, savory bacon, making it an ideal low-carb appetizer or side dish. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, gathering with family, or prepping for game day, these irresistible bundles are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Customize them with your favorite seasonings for an extra flavor boost!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh asparagus, ends trimmed
- 8–10 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Garnish: 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Bundle 3-4 asparagus spears together and wrap each bundle with a slice of bacon.
- Place the bundles on the baking sheet in a single layer without touching.
- Drizzle lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until the bacon is crispy and the asparagus is tender-crisp.
- If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and garlic powder before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bundles (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg