Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Recipe
This savory bacon wrapped asparagus recipe is a perfect side dish for any occasion. The crispy bacon adds a salty crunch to the tender asparagus spears.
I tend to think of asparagus as a fancy, and fussy, vegetable. You know, the kind that only expensive restaurants serve.
That really isn’t true though. It is actually very simple to work with and cook. It is also delicious! We could all benefit from eating more of this hidden gem.
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Today, I am sharing one of my favorite ways to enjoy fresh asparagus, all wrapped up in smoky bacon, of course. The bacon is what takes the asparagus to the next level. It is so simple to make too.
This easy side dish is a great option for special occasions, like a dinner party or to serve with your Easter ham. It is also perfect for a busy weeknight meal, because it comes together so quickly.
Check out the full recipe below and see just how easy it is to make this tasty side dish.
Bacon Wrapped Asparagus:
Ingredients:
- 1 lbs. asparagus (trimmed)
- 8 strips of bacon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/8 tsp crushed black pepper
- 1/8 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp onion powder
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare a baking dish with either parchment paper or nonstick spray.
2. Wash and trim your asparagus stalks and place them in a deep baking tray.
3. Sprinkle the olive oil, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder over the asparagus. Make sure to mix everything thoroughly with your hands, so that every piece of asparagus is coated with the oil and seasoning.
4. Once it is all coated, divide the asparagus into 8 bundles and wrap each bundle of asparagus with a slice of bacon.
5. Place the bundles onto the prepared pan and bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes. Make sure to flip the asparagus bundles over halfway through.
Substitutions:
- Make a sweet sauce by adding a little brown sugar or maple syrup to the oil and seasonings.
- Try a splash of soy sauce.
- A sprinkle of kosher salt could be added, though I find that I don’t need it in combination with the salty bacon.
- Top with parmesan cheese or chopped fresh herbs before serving.
- Alternatively, you could drizzle asparagus with a balsamic glaze just before serving.
- Try this seasoning mixture on brussel sprouts or broccoli. Slice up the bacon first before mixing it together with the brussel sprouts or broccoli.
Tips and tricks:
- Try making this recipe in your air fryer or on the barbecue.
- Trimming the asparagus is an important step that you don’t want to skip. The bottom of the asparagus spear has a very woody end. The easiest way to trim it off is by simply bending the spear until it snaps off.
- If the asparagus is quite wet after washing, paper towels can be used to pat them dry. This will ensure that the seasonings stick to the asparagus nicely.
- Try placing an oven-safe wire rack or cooling rack into your baking pan and laying the asparagus bundles on that. This will allow the hot grease from the bacon to drip down while everything cooks.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container.
Looking for more tasty side dishes? You might like this grilled asparagus, bacon & broccoli skillet or candied maple bacon too. Try this deliciously bacony asparagus tonight!
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Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lbs. asparagus trimmed
- 8 strips of bacon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/8 tsp crushed black pepper
- 1/8 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Prepare a baking dish with either parchment paper or nonstick spray.
- Wash and trim your asparagus stalks and place them in a deep baking tray.
- Sprinkle the olive oil, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder over the asparagus. Make sure to mix everything thoroughly with your hands, so that every piece of asparagus is coated with the oil and seasoning.
- Once it is all coated, divide the asparagus into 8 bundles and wrap each bundle of asparagus with a slice of bacon.
- Place the bundles onto the prepared pan and bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes. Make sure to flip the asparagus bundles over halfway through.
- Enjoy!
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