Description
Make simple, low-carb bacon wrapped asparagus bundles baked until crisp. This recipe is perfect as a keto side dish or appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, tough ends trimmed
- 8 slices thin-cut bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the trimmed asparagus spears with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Divide the asparagus into 4 equal bundles.
- Wrap each bundle tightly with 2 slices of bacon, securing the ends.
- Place the bundles on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the bacon is crisp and the asparagus is tender.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For an air fryer, cook at 375°F (190°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, checking frequently.
- You can add grated Parmesan cheese over the bundles before baking for extra flavor.
- Use thicker bacon if you prefer a chewier texture, but increase the cooking time slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bundle
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 45