Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
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Bacon wrapped asparagus is a favorite side dish in our home. These yummy savory bundles make eating veggies easy and they never last long!
Asparagus wrapped in bacon is so easy to make and disappears from our table almost as soon as it’s set down! Serve it with fancy favorites like fig glazed rack of pork or alongside a family classic like cheesy chicken and rice casserole.
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Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
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Why you’ll love this recipe!
📌 Only 4 ingredients!
📌 Simple to make and appropriate for occasions ranging from black tie to Tuesday afternoon.
📌 Everything is better with bacon.
Ingredients
- Asparagus – Fresh asparagus. Frozen and canned will not work in this recipe.
- Bacon – Standard thickness center cut bacon. We do not recommend thick sliced bacon as it will take too long to cook.
- Oil – We are partial to olive oil, but any mild vegetable oil will work. You could even use rendered bacon fat if you like.
- Seasonings – Salt and pepper are our go-to’s, but Montreal steak seasoning or lemon pepper seasoning are also delicious options.
Step-by-step directions
⭐ First, remove the woody ends of the asparagus. Place the spears in a shallow dish and toss with olive oil and a generous amount of seasoning.
⭐ Next, wrap a small bundle of spears in bacon, being mindful not to overlap it too much.
⭐ Then, continue until all the asparagus has been wrapped.
⭐ Finally, place the wrapped spears on a lined baking sheet and cook until the bacon is crisped and the asparagus is tender.
Preparation
What kind of bacon for this bacon asparagus recipe?
You’ll want center cut bacon, standard slice. You’ll want to avoid the thick cut bacon as it will take too long to cook and then your asparagus will end up overdone.
As for flavor, go ahead and experiment! I love a smoked bacon and my husband is partial to a peppered bacon.
Can you make it ahead of time?
You can prepare the bundles up to a day in advance and store the wrapped tray in your refrigerator, but you’ll want to roast the asparagus immediately before eating.
What seasoning for bacon wrapped asparagus in the oven?
In the pictured recipe we use salt and pepper (classic flavor and definitely delicious!) but I like to mix it up sometimes by using Montreal steak seasoning, lemon pepper seasoning, our classic spice rub, taco seasoning, or even a smoky barbecue seasoning blend.
Definitely comment below if there’s a spice blend you love with this recipe!
Storage and leftovers
How long does this last?
Leftovers will keep in the refrigerator for 3 – 4 days. Cover tightly or store in an air-tight container for best results.
How do you reheat bacon wrapped asparagus?
I like to reheat this in the air fryer (400 degrees F for 3 – 5 minutes) or in the toaster oven. You can also re-heat in a conventional oven or microwave.
Can you freeze the leftovers?
We do not recommend freezing this recipe at any stage.
Tips, tricks, and frequently asked questions
✅ Try using different flavored bacons or even prosciutto.
✅ Switch up your seasonings to complement your main course.
✅ Use a thicker asparagus stalk if you like your bacon crispier so it can cook longer without losing firmness.
What to serve with bacon wrapped asparagus
This side dish goes with everything from a fancy prime rib dinner to the every day tuna casserole. It’s always a hit! If you need a second side it pairs beautifully with our lemon pasta recipe too.
More delicious asparagus recipes
- Air fryer asparagus recipe
- Creamy asparagus soup
- Oven roasted asparagus
- See all our asparagus recipes!
Other awesome recipes with bacon
- Cheesy corn recipe
- Bacon wrapped chicken bites
- Spaghetti carbonara
- Fried cabbage and bacon
- Twice baked potatoes
- See all our recipes with bacon!
Tools we love
- Glass casserole dish with lid – I love this dish, it can go from freezer to oven!
- Metal spatula – We like a metal spatula for picking up the bundles easily.
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How to Make Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Ingredients
- 2 pounds asparagus
- ½ pound center cut bacon
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt & pepper or other seasoning
Instructions
- Snap or trim off the woody ends of the asparagus. Place in a shallow dish and toss with olive oil and a generous amount of salt and pepper (or preferred seasoning).
- Take a bundle of 3 to 5 asparagus stalks, depending on how thick they are, and wrap with a slice of bacon, being careful not to overlap the bacon too much. Continue until all the asparagus has been wrapped.
- Place the bundles on a parchment or silpat lined baking sheet and cook at 400° F for 20 - 25 minutes, until the bacon is cooked to your liking and asparagus spears are tender.
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This is such a great side dish- it’s really easy to pull off but also elevates the asparagus. Bacon makes everything better!
The only way to eat asparagus!! SOO delish!
This was the perfect side dish for a dinner party with friends. Not too fussy, and everyone loved it!