Bacon Wrapped Asparagus With Cilantro Dressing Recipe

Elevate your next party with these elegant and surprisingly easy bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles! Crispy bacon perfectly complements the tender asparagus, all drizzled with a vibrant cilantro-lime dressing. A show-stopping appetizer that's ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 270 kcal
Protein 37g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bacon Wrapped Asparagus With Cilantro Dressing

  • 1 pound baby asparagus
  • 8 slices smoked bacon
  • 1/2 cup Japanese mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice

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How to Make Bacon Wrapped Asparagus With Cilantro Dressing

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Steam 1 pound of baby asparagus until tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes. Immediately plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process and maintain vibrant green color.
  3. Pat asparagus dry with paper towels.
  4. Wrap 3-4 asparagus spears with 1/2 slice of bacon per bundle. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
  5. Arrange bacon-wrapped asparagus on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until bacon is crispy.
  7. While asparagus is baking, prepare the dressing: In a food processor, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon finely chopped red onion, and 1 teaspoon sugar. Pulse until smooth.
  8. Remove asparagus from oven and let cool slightly.
  9. Drizzle generously with cilantro-lime dressing and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

43 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

31g

Carbs

1g