Roasted Asparagus with Pancetta
Elevate your dinner menu with this irresistible recipe for Roasted Asparagus with Pancetta, a perfect harmony of tender spears wrapped in crispy pancetta and infused with zesty lemon and garlic. This easy yet elegant dish takes just 30 minutes to prepare and features a stunning blend of flavors, from the smoky saltiness of the pancetta to the bright pop of freshly grated parmesan cheese. Ideal as a side dish or appetizer, this oven-roasted recipe ensures perfectly caramelized asparagus with minimal effort. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply craving a gourmet twist on vegetables, this dish is sure to impress. Keywords: roasted asparagus, pancetta-wrapped asparagus, easy side dish, lemon garlic asparagus, parmesan asparagus.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound asparagus
- 4 ounces pancetta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Trim the tough ends off the asparagus spears, about 1-2 inches from the bottom.
Thinly slice the pancetta into strips approximately 1/4-inch wide.
Mince the garlic cloves and set them aside.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the asparagus spears with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Wrap 1-2 strips of pancetta loosely around each asparagus spear, allowing some of the green tips to be exposed.
Arrange the wrapped asparagus spears in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, taking care not to overcrowd.
Sprinkle the lemon zest evenly over the top of the asparagus.
Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender and the pancetta is crispy and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. Sprinkle freshly grated parmesan cheese over the top just before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or appetizer. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
211 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.9 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 26 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 690 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 10.7 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 340 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
