Keto Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Goat Cheese
Crispy prosciutto, creamy goat cheese, and tender asparagus make this quick and easy keto recipe a must-try! Perfect as a side dish, appetizer, or snack, it’s low in carbs and big on flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is perfect for the keto diet or anyone looking for healthy recipe ideas.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Total Time: 17-20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer / Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Keto, Low-Carb
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch asparagus (about 12 spears)
- 6 slices prosciutto
- 4 oz goat cheese (soft)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Zest of half a lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Trim the asparagus by snapping off the tough ends.
- Toss asparagus with olive oil, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Spread a thin layer of goat cheese on one end of a prosciutto slice.
- Wrap two asparagus spears in the prosciutto, rolling tightly.
- Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until prosciutto is crispy.
- Garnish with red pepper flakes and lemon zest, then serve warm.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, broil for the last 2 minutes of cooking.
- Not a fan of goat cheese? Use cream cheese or Boursin cheese instead.
- Leftovers? Store in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven.
- Want more flavor? Add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan before baking.
Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, you might want to stick to the recipe provided in this article.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 wrapped asparagus spears
- Calories: 180 Sugar: 1g Sodium: 550mg Fat: 13g Saturated Fat: 5g Unsaturated Fat: 7g Trans Fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 3g Fiber: 1g Protein: 9g Cholesterol: 30mg