Bacon Wrapped Asparagus (Printable)
Crispy bacon envelopes tender asparagus spears roasted until golden.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb fresh asparagus spears, woody ends trimmed
→ Meats
02 - 8 slices thin-cut bacon
→ Seasonings
03 - 1 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/4 tsp sea salt
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
02 - Rinse asparagus spears under cool water and pat dry. Snap off tough woody ends or trim with a knife.
03 - Divide asparagus into 8 even bundles. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Wrap each asparagus bundle with one slice of bacon, starting at the bottom and spiraling upward to cover most of the spear. Place bundles seam-side down on prepared baking sheet.
05 - Bake for 18-22 minutes until bacon is crispy and asparagus is tender-crisp. For extra crispy bacon, switch to broiler for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely to prevent burning.
06 - Transfer to serving platter using tongs. Serve hot while bacon remains crispy. Excellent alongside grilled steak, roast chicken, or as part of a brunch spread.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The combination of smoky bacon and fresh asparagus hits that perfect salty-savory balance that makes people reach for seconds without thinking
- They're incredibly simple but look impressive enough for company, plus cleanup is basically nonexistent
02 -
- Thick-cut bacon will still be chewy when the asparagus is done, so stick with thin or regular slices for best results
- If the bacon is shrinking too much, secure the ends with toothpicks before baking
03 -
- Space the bundles at least an inch apart on the baking sheet so air can circulate and the bacon cooks evenly on all sides
- Pat the asparagus dry with paper towels before oiling them, or the bacon won't crisp properly