Keto Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles (Printable version)

Smoky bacon bundles with tender asparagus and melted Parmesan

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed

→ Meats

02 - 8 slices thin-cut bacon

→ Dairy

03 - 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

→ Oils & Seasonings

04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Divide trimmed asparagus into 8 equal bundles.
03 - Drizzle asparagus with olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
04 - Wrap one slice of bacon snugly around each asparagus bundle, overlapping slightly. Place seam-side down on prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast in oven for 18 to 20 minutes until bacon is crisp and asparagus is tender.
06 - Remove from oven, sprinkle each bundle with Parmesan cheese, and return to oven for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese is melted and golden.
07 - Transfer to serving platter and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's proof that keto food doesn't have to feel like a sacrifice when bacon and cheese are involved.
  • Takes barely half an hour from start to finish, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or last-minute dinner party sides.
02 -
  • Bundles that are too thick take longer to roast and the bacon finishes before the asparagus is tender—keeping bundles roughly finger-width saves headaches.
  • If your bacon is particularly thick-cut, laying a piece of foil loosely over the sheet for the first 15 minutes prevents over-charring while the asparagus cooks through.
03 -
  • Pat your asparagus dry before seasoning—moisture is the enemy of crispiness and will keep the bacon from crisping properly.
  • Trust the parchment paper; it's not just for convenience, it insures the bacon doesn't stick and means you actually want to make this dish again instead of dreading cleanup.
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