Keto Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus

Keto Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with garlic flavor is a tasty and stress-free appetizer. These asparagus spears are the ideal appetizer for low-carb and keto diets. It is made with the combination of bacon that is wrapped snugly around asparagus spears and drizzled with a delicious olive oil laced with garlic. The asparagus gets soft & the bacon crisps up and turns golden, which makes these asparagus an irresistible savory combo when we perfectly roast. These Keto Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus are liked by everyone in the family, even the non-keto eater will like this dish because it is naturally gluten-free, low in carbs, and flavorful. We can easily customize these recipes with Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, or lemon for sharpness.

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STATS:

• Calories: 190 kcal
• Prep time: Ten mins
• Cook time: 20–25 minutes
• Total time: 30–35 mins
• Serving size: 3–4 asparagus spears
• Servings: 4
• Cuisine: American
• Course: Appetizer
• Diet: Keto

EQUIPMENT:

• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Small bowl
• Whisk
• Spatula
• Knife
• Chopping board

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 lb. asparagus
• 8 slices of bacon
• 2 tbsp. olive oil or melted butter
• 3 cloves of garlic
• Salt and black pepper
• Optional: grated Parmesan, crushed red pepper flakes, lemon zest

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

ASPARAGUS:

• We have to select firm, fresh asparagus with tightly packed tips. You can also use thinner ones if you’d like, while thick asparagus stalks work best for wrapping. We have to trim the harsh, woody ends before use.

BACON:

• We have to use the thin-cut bacon since they can crisp up more evenly and rapidly in the oven & it works best. We can also use the regular or thick-cut bacon, but you’ll need to alter the cooking time because thicker bacon may take longer to crisp. Try turkey bacon for a leaner choice.

OLIVE OIL OR BUTTER:

• We can use olive oil or butter to brush the asparagus. The richness of the dish is enhanced by butter, while olive oil offers a pleasant flavor and works well for drizzling. To add even more flavor, try using oil that has been infused with garlic.

FRESH GARLIC:

• You would utilize the freshly minces garlic to make the dish more flavorful and tasty, if the fresh garlic is not available we would also utilize the garlic powder as well though it doesn’t taste the same.

LEMON ZEST:

• You can add some lemon zest, a little crushed red pepper flakes, or grated Parmesan cheese to the wrapped bundles for a little added flair before baking.

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INSTRUCTION:

1. Turn the oven on to 400°F.
2. We can put the aluminum foil or plastic wrap on the sheet.
3. Then we can trim the ends of the asparagus and arrange the spears in groups of three to four.
4. We can combine the garlic, salt, pepper, and olive oil in a small bowl.
5. Then we can drizzle the asparagus bundles with the mixture.
6. We can cover the asparagus with the bacon.
7. Then we can lay the asparagus on the baking sheet, seam-side down.
8. Bake the wrapped asparagus for 20 to 25 minutes or till the asparagus gets soft and the bacon gets crispy.
9. We can flip the asparagus in between times with the spatula to ensure even crispiness.
10. You can optionally top Keto Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with lemon zest or Parmesan cheese before serving.

TIPS:

• We can place a wire rack over the baking pan for crisper bacon.
• You can broil the wrapped asparagus for a further two to three minutes if the asparagus is done but the bacon isn’t completely crisped.
• We can also marinate the asparagus in garlic oil for 15 minutes to add more taste before wrapping.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• We would place the wrapped asparagus in the airtight container and save the asparagus for 3 days.

FREEZER:

• We don’t have to store these wrapped asparagus in the freezer because the texture of these wrapped asparagus will get mushy when we thaw these asparagus.

REHEAT:

• We can reheat these wrapped asparagus in the skillet or the oven.

FAQs:

Will we store these wrapped asparagus?

• We can preserve these wrapped asparagus in the sealed box and save them for 3 days in the fridge, but we should not have to store these asparagus in the freezer as their texture will be ruined.

Can I use the turkey bacon to make these wrapped asparagus?

• Yes, we can use the turkey bacon to wrap around these asparagus, but this bacon will cook quickly fast so we have to adjust the time accordingly.

Will we prepare these asparagus in the air fryer?

• We can use the air fryer to prepare these wrapped asparagus and air fry these asparagus for 10 to 15 minutes at 375 degrees F.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 190 kcal
Net Carbs: 2g
Total Carbs: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 8g
Fat: 16g
Sodium: 480mg
Potassium: 270mg
Calcium: 25mg
Iron: 1.5mg