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Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon Aioli

Crispy prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears served with bright lemon aioli

⏱️ Prep: 15min🍳 Cook: 15min⏰ Total: 30min👥 Serves: 24🌡️ hot
✓ gluten-free✓ keto
⚠️ Contains: 🥚 Egg

Ingredients

  • 24 spearsasparagus(thick spears, trimmed)
  • 12 slicesprosciutto(halved lengthwise)
  • 2 tbspolive oil
  • 0.5 cupmayonnaise
  • 1 tbspfresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsplemon zest
  • 1 small clovegarlic(minced)
  • 0.25 tspkosher salt
  • 0.125 tspblack pepper

📝 Make Ahead

Asparagus can be wrapped up to 4 hours ahead; refrigerate. Roast just before serving. Aioli keeps 5 days refrigerated.

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line baking sheet with parchment
  2. Make lemon aioli: whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, zest, garlic, salt, and pepper
  3. Refrigerate until serving
  4. Toss asparagus lightly with olive oil
  5. Wrap each spear with half slice of prosciutto in spiral pattern
  6. Arrange on baking sheet seam-side down
  7. Roast 12-15 minutes until asparagus is tender and prosciutto is crispy
  8. Arrange on platter with aioli for dipping
  9. Serve warm

💡 Pro Tips

Choose thick asparagus spears that won't overcook while prosciutto crisps. Wrap tightly so prosciutto adheres. The aioli can be made with roasted garlic for a mellower flavor. Serve immediately while prosciutto is still crispy.

📜 History

Asparagus was considered an aphrodisiac in ancient times and has graced romantic tables for centuries. The Italian combination with prosciutto creates an elegant finger food that's both sophisticated and easy to eat.

🍸 Pairs Well With

Also pairs well with:

proseccowhite-winegin-and-tonicaperol-spritz