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Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon Aioli

Crispy prosciutto-wrapped asparagus spears served with bright lemon aioli

hot_biteEasyItalian
Prep15 minCook15 minTotal30 minServes24Temphot
✓ gluten-free✓ keto
⚠ Contains: 🥚 Egg
Recipe
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. 1Preheat oven to 400°F and line baking sheet with parchment
  2. 2Make lemon aioli: whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, zest, garlic, salt, and pepper
  3. 3Refrigerate until serving
  4. 4Toss asparagus lightly with olive oil
  5. 5Wrap each spear with half slice of prosciutto in spiral pattern
  6. 6Arrange on baking sheet seam-side down
  7. 7Roast 12-15 minutes until asparagus is tender and prosciutto is crispy
  8. 8Arrange on platter with aioli for dipping
  9. 9Serve warm
Notes
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 & Origin

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.

Cocktail Pairings
Pairs Well With
proseccowhite-winegin-and-tonicaperol-spritz
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