This easy and impressive Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus With Cheese recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds! They are the perfect appetizer—simple to make, packed with flavor, and guaranteed to impress. With just a few pantry staples and minimal prep time, you'll have a delicious dish ready in under 30 minutes!
Not a fan of asparagus? I get it—on its own, it can be a little plain. But trust me, these asparagus wraps are a total game-changer. I’ve taken a basic veggie and turned it into an elevated classic with crispy, savory prosciutto and just the right touch of seasoning.
Whether you're making it for a quick and simple side dish or serving it up as an easy appetizer, these asparagus bundles will have everyone reaching for seconds.
If you are looking for more side dishes, check out my Cottage Cheese Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Carrots With Feta, Saffron Mushroom Risotto, or Hot Honey Brussels Sprouts.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Quick and Easy: This is an easy recipe, made with simple ingredients that come together in under 30 minutes!
- Impressive Presentation: This is a beautiful and elegant dish using high-quality ingredients. You can place the asparagus bundles on a pretty serving platter for a beautiful presentation.
- Versatile: Perfect as an elegant appetizer, or side dish. You can also adjust the recipe to be dairy-free.
Ingredients
- Asparagus: Look for organic fresh asparagus stalks. I like the thin spears as opposed to the thicker asparagus, but either will work. When choosing asparagus at the grocery store, you want to make sure each stalk is firm in texture and bright green in color. You also want to make sure the tips are firm and closed, and that the bottoms are not dry.
- Prosciutto: Thinly sliced prosciutto like prosciutto di parma.
- Spreadable Cheese: I use a dairy-free spreadable cashew cheese from Treeline, however, if you enjoy dairy you can use any soft cheese that you enjoy.
- Olive Oil: Look for a good quality organic extra virgin olive oil or olive oil spray. You can also use avocado oil.
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper: Make sure you use a good quality flakey sea salt. My favorite is Maldon's sea salt.
- Parmesan Cheese: The Parmesan cheese is optional, but a little sprinkling of good quality Parmesan is delicious.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions And Variations
- Bacon Wrapped Asparagus: If you don't have prosciutto, you can substitute it with thinly sliced bacon.
- Cheese: I made this recipe with dairy-free cheese, but a soft cheese like goat cheese, cream cheese, or even gruyere cheese would be delicious.
- Herbs and Spices: You can experiment with fresh herbs and spices such as thyme, garlic powder, smoked paprika, or chili flakes.
- Vegetables: Experiment with other vegetables like green beans or broccolini.
- Toppings: You can also top the roasted asparagus with garlic butter, a little lemon zest, or a squeeze of lemon juice for an extra punch of flavor.
How To Make Asparagus Wrapped Asparagus With Cheese
This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.
Step 1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees f.
Step 2. Trim the tough ends of the asparagus and divide the individual spears of asparagus into 6 bunches consisting of 6-7 spears.
Step 3. Lay out a strip of prosciutto and add a little bit of the spreadable cheese to the center of the prosciutto slice.
Step 4. Place 1 small bunch of asparagus on top of the cheese and roll the piece of prosciutto around the asparagus. Repeat for the other 5 bunches.
Step 5. Place the bundles in a single layer with the seam side down, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Step 6. Drizzle the bundles with a little olive oil and then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place the baking sheet in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the salty prosciutto is crisp and the asparagus is cooked through.
Expert Tips And Notes
- Choose Thin Asparagus: Opt for thin asparagus spears as they cook more evenly and wrap nicely with the prosciutto slices. Thicker spears can be tough and take longer to cook.
- Avoid Overcrowding: Arrange the asparagus in a single layer without overlapping so they roast evenly.
What to Serve With Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus
- Toppings: Drizzle with balsamic glaze, or sprinkle with grated Parmesan for extra richness.
- Main Dishes: Pair with a juicy grilled steak, Dutch oven pulled chicken, or Traeger grilled salmon for a well-rounded meal.
- Appetizer Spread: Serve alongside a charcuterie board with cheeses, olives, and nuts, or add to a platter of stuffed mushrooms and bacon-wrapped dates.
- Side Dishes: Complement with creamy truffle mashed potatoes, cottage cheese mac and cheese, or maple roasted brussels sprouts.
- Breakfast Pairings: Enjoy with a cottage cheese egg bake, Turkish shakshuka, or high protein egg bites for a savory breakfast option, or serve alongside a fluffy frittata for a brunch-worthy plate.
Storage And Reheating
- Storage: You can store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: To reheat, place in a preheated 350 degree f oven for 5-7 minutes or until warmed through. You can also reheat in the air fryer.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can prepare the asparagus and wrap them with prosciutto a day in advance. Store them in the refrigerator and bake when you are ready to serve.
You will know it's ready when the stalks are tender and are easily pierced with a fork. The prosciutto should be crispy and golden brown.
I always recommend using high-quality ingredients. A good quality Prosciutto di Parma or prosciutto San Daniele will provide the best flavor. I'd also recommend purchasing thin slices of prosciutto as they will be easier to wrap around the asparagus.
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Easy Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus With Cheese
Ingredients
- ¾-1 lb Asparagus trimmed
- 2 oz Prosciutto
- 6 teaspoon Spreadable Cheese
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Parmesan Cheese to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Trim the tough ends of the asparagus and divide the individual spears of asparagus into 6 bunches consisting of 6-7 spears.¾-1 lb Asparagus
- Lay out the prosciutto slices and add a dollop of the spreadable cheese to the center of the prosciutto.2 oz Prosciutto, 6 teaspoon Spreadable Cheese
- Place 1 small bunch of asparagus on top of the cheese and roll the slice of prosciutto around the asparagus. Repeat for the other 5 bunches.
- Place the bundles in a single layer with the seam side down, on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle the bundles with a little bit of olive oil and then sprinkle with salt and pepper.1 tablespoon Olive Oil, Salt and Pepper, Parmesan Cheese
- Place the baking sheet in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the prosciutto is crisp and the asparagus is cooked through.
- Optional: Grate parmesan cheese over the top and enjoy.
Notes
- Choose Thin Asparagus: Opt for thin asparagus spears as they cook more evenly and wrap nicely with the prosciutto slices. Thicker spears can be tough and take longer to cook.
- Avoid Overcrowding: Arrange the asparagus in a single layer without overlapping so they roast evenly.
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