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Keto Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

Cooking time 15-30 Minutes
Main Ingredient Vegetables
Skill Level Beginner
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 2 people
Calories 564123123kcal

Ingredients

  • ½ cup ricotta cheese
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 egg large
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon basil dried
  • 1 pound asparagus
  • 4 ounces prosciutto (about 8 slices)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F / 204 degrees C.
  • Mix ½ cup ricotta cheese, ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, 1 egg, ½ teaspoon lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon basil until well combined in medium bowl.
    ½ cup ricotta cheese, ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, 1 egg, ½ teaspoon lemon zest, 1 teaspoon basil
  • Trim 1 pound asparagus in half and lay flat on cutting board. Then, divide into two equal bunches.
    1 pound asparagus
  • Spread spoonful of the cheese mixture onto 4 ounces prosciutto, then wrap around half of the asparagus spears. Repeat process for the remaining asparagus.
    4 ounces prosciutto
  • Place wrapped asparagus on baking sheet lined with parchment paper and drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
    2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Bake for 10 minutes until prosciutto is crispy and asparagus is tender.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 564kcal | Net carbs: 6g | Fat: 50g | Protein: 22g