This easy Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus recipe is roasted in the oven until crispy and served with a creamy lemon tarragon dipping sauce!
Every year when springtime rolls around, I start to crave asparagus. This Roasted Prosciutto Asparagus is one of my favorites.
Tis the season...for fresh asparagus. Asparagus is available all year round, but spring is far and away the best time for this stuff. Not only is it about a million times cheaper - $1.89 a pound versus $9.50 a pound in the winter - it's just better. It tastes better, it looks better.
Now, if you can get your hands on some asparagus fresh from a garden - Grab on and don't let go. I mean it. Fresh garden asparagus is like candy. It's not woody at all and there's almost a sweetness to it.
My neighbor gave me a mature asparagus plant last year. I transplanted it into our garden and I'm waiting for the 6 inches of snow to melt so I can get my hands on it. Until then - store-bought asparagus will have to do.
That's OK - Especially when you make tasty recipes like this Roasted Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus and Creamy Dipping Sauce with it!
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How To Make Asparagus with Prosciutto
Asparagus is one of those things that's best served simply. My favorite way to prepare it is by roasting or grilling it with a little bit of olive oil, salt and pepper. This time, though, I wanted to jazz it up a bit.
Enter prosciutto. I know everyone say 'everything is better with bacon', but I disagree. I amend that statement to 'everything is better with prosciutto'.
Asparagus with prosciutto is one of the best combos ever. It's a little salty and slightly sweet. It's decadent without being overwhelming.
- Start out by heating the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Wash and trim the woody ends from 1 lb. of fresh asparagus spears.
- This recipes calls for a 3 oz. package of prosciutto. Remove the prosciutto slices and cut them into quarters.
- Wrap each quarter around one asparagus spear. Repeat until each spear is wrapped in prosciutto and place them on a baking sheet.
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How Long Should I Roast The Asparagus with Prosciutto?
You may need two baking sheets depending on how much asparagus you are roasting.
- Drizzle the asparagus with 1 Tbsp. or so of olive oil.
- Sprinkle ¼ tsp. each of kosher salt and pepper over the asparagus.
- Pop the pan in the oven for 15-16 minutes.
- The asparagus should roast and the prosciutto will caramelize slightly as it cooks.
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How To Make Creamy Dipping Sauce
We could stop here, but we're not going to. What goes with everything in life? That's right - a dipping sauce. I wanted a springtime vibe for this asparagus with prosciutto. The answer? Creamy dipping sauce.
I tried to be all fancy and channel Bobby Flay by using creme fraiche. Well, it turns out that creme fraiche is a difficult thing to find in rural Minnesota. You know what isn't hard to find? Sour cream.
- Add ½ cup sour cream, 3 Tbsp. Dijon mustard, 2 ½ Tbsp. lemon juice, 1 tsp. sugar, ¼ tsp. garlic powder, and 3 tsp. of dried tarragon to a small mixing bowl.
- Whisk the ingredients until completely combined.
Feel free to use fresh tarragon if you can find it (or you can just dig in the back of your cupboard to find that unopened jar of tarragon like I did).
Can I Use A Different Herb?
Absolutely!
You can sub any herb (dried or fresh) in place of the tarragon.
What Does Tarragon Taste Like?
Tarragon has a slight anise or licorice flavor. If used correctly it is fresh and adds a lovely brightness to any dish.
It's used a lot in French cooking and is commonly added to light dishes like chicken, fish, or pasta.
I love it paired with the lemon, mustard, and garlic in this sauce.
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What To Serve with Prosciutto Roasted Asparagus
Once the asparagus with prosciutto is roasted remove the pan from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Stack the spears onto a fancy plate and serve.
This is a great recipe for a cocktail party or any spring get-together. It seems fancy and complicated but it isn't at all.
Pour the dipping sauce into a small serving bowl or drizzle it on top of the asparagus. Feel free to garnish with fresh tarragon if you've got it.
And if you need me - I'll be staring at my garden waiting for that asparagus plant to grow so I can make another batch of these.
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Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus with Dipping Sauce
Ingredients
For The Asparagus:
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 3 oz. package prosciutto
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- ¼ tsp. kosher salt
- ¼ tsp. pepper
For The Dipping Sauce:
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 ½ tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. sugar
- 3 tsp. dried tarragon
Instructions
For The Asparagus:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Wash the asparagus spears and pat dry. Trim the woody ends off the bottom of the spears.
- Cut each piece of prosciutto into quarters. Wrap a strip around each individual asparagus spear. Repeat with remaining asparagus and prosciutto.
- Place the asparagus with prosciutto on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 Tbsp. of olive oil. Add ¼ tsp. each of kosher salt and pepper.
- Place pan in oven and bake for 15-16 minutes. The asparagus should soften and the prosciutto will caramelize slightly. Remove pan when finished and allow to cool slightly.
For The Dipping Sauce:
- Add ½ cup sour cream, 3 Tbsp. Dijon mustard, 2 ½ Tbsp. lemon juice, 1 tsp. sugar, ¼ tsp. garlic powder, and 3 tsp. dried tarragon to a small bowl. Stir until completely combined.
- Arrange asparagus with prosciutto on a serving platter and drizzle with the sauce. Alternatively, pour the sauce in a small serving bowl and use as a dipping sauce.
Elaine @ Dishes Delish
Yummy. I love all the ingredients. I can't wait to make this recipe!
Christine
I know! It's like asparagus and prosciutto were just meant to go together.
Erin
I have tons of Michigan asparagus frozen from the winter. Can't wait to make this, give my family a break from just the usual steamed version.
Christine
I hope you like it - the tarragon sauce really ties it together!
Michelle Ferrand
Asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables! I love the the sauce you paired it with too!
Christine
Thank you, Michelle!
April
M'mm... I am always looking for new ways to eat asparagus. This looks so good, I can't wait to try it!
Christine
Thanks, April!
Amanda
I love asparagus, but I never had them in other ways than roasted plain before. I am so happy I was able to try this recipe because it opened my eyes to a whole new world of asparagus. I love it!!
Christine
Asparagus and prosciutto make the best combination!