Roasted Asparagus with Prosciutto and Cheese
Roasted Asparagus with Prosciutto and Cheese are thin asparagus spears, wrapped in crispy prosciutto with melted Swiss cheese roasted to perfection, making this a divine dish to serve anytime. This is an easy appetizer to make for the holidays.
Paired with salty cured meat such as prosciutto along with Swiss cheese melted inside adds amazing umami-rich flavors to the asparagus, making it taste just perfect.
We’d like to call these “asparagus rollatini.”
This is a super fast and delicious recipe for those who are short of time. Like me!
It’s best to use thin asparagus because of the “no need to steam or boil” before roasting.
And this recipe only takes about 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes or less to roast.
No need to add any salt, because the prosciutto and cheese add enough flavor to the asparagus that no one will even notice it missing!
Roasted Asparagus Wrapped with Prosciutto and Cheese will make a pretty presentation as an appetizer.
No need to use a fork either, just pick one up and eat it. Kids will love them too. Best when served warm or at room temperature.
Enjoy!
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Ingredients for Roasted Asparagus with Prosciutto and Cheese:
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1 pound or a bunch of fresh thin asparagus (about 35 spears)
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6 slices of prosciutto
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3 slices of Swiss cheese -cut in halves
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extra virgin olive oil, to drizzle
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optional: pepper to taste
Easy Directions…
1. Rinse asparagus and cut-off ends, about 3 inches from the bottom.
2. Using a non-stick baking sheet, layer one slice of prosciutto and place a piece of Swiss cheese in the center.
3. Place about 5 to 6 thin asparagus spears in the center. Start at one end of the prosciutto and begin to wrap them into a bundle.
4. Place the bundle onto the baking sheet. Repeat this process until all the asparagus has been wrapped. Lightly drizzle olive oil over them.
5. Roast in a preheated oven to 350 degrees for 15 minutes.
6. Remove and serve.
Yields about 6 wrapped asparagus bundles.
Serves 6
Looking for more finger-food appetizers? Try these:
- Spinach and Kale Bites
- Parmesan Pastry Pups
- Potato Skin Bites
- Cold Spinach Dip
- Cheesy Rice Balls with Peas
- Artichoke Heart Fritters
- Baked Artichoke and Spinach Dip
- Easy Baked Shishito Peppers
- Wasabi Tuna Deviled Eggs
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MORE TASTY IDEAS for ASPARAGUS!
- Asparagus Gruyere Swiss Tart
- Spinach Ravioli with White Cream Asparagus Sauce
- Perfectly Grilled Asparagus
- Asparagus Salad
- Creamy Asparagus Risotto
Yield: 6 servings
Roasted Asparagus with Prosciutto and Cheese
Roasted Asparagus Wrapped with Prosciutto and Cheese will make a pretty presentation as an appetizer. No need to use a fork either, just pick one up and eat. Kids will love them too. Best when served warm or at room temperature.
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
25 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 pound (or 1 bunch) of fresh thin asparagus (about 35 spears)
- 6 slices of prosciutto
- 3 slices of Swiss cheese - cut into half slices
- extra virgin olive oil to drizzle
- optional: pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse asparagus and cut off ends, about 3 inches from the bottom.
- Using a non-stick baking sheet, layer one slice of prosciutto and place a piece of Swiss cheese in the center.
- Place about 5 to 6 thin asparagus spears in the center. Start at one end of the prosciutto and wrap them into a bundle.
- Place the bundle onto the baking sheet. Repeat this process until all the asparagus has been wrapped. Lightly drizzle olive oil over them.
- Roast in a Preheat Oven to 350 degrees F (180C) for 15 minutes.
- Remove and serve. Yields: about 6 wrapped asparagus bundles.
- Serves 6
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6 servingsServing Size:
1 servingAmount Per Serving: Calories: 116Total Fat: 7.4gCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 1.6gSugar: 1.6gProtein: 9.4g
So lovely. I’ve done the asparagus and prosciutto combo, but never with the cheese. I love that you used Swiss. Great choice! Merry Christmas!
Thank you Mimi!! You too, have a very Merry Christmas!!
Insanely good! Perfect for dinner pairings or home parties! Thank you for sharing the recipe!
Thank you Naomi! So glad you enjoyed them!
That sounds like a good idea! Me too, I could make this into a light dinner with a side of fried eggs next to it. Yum!
Thanks so much Sandra!
This is a lovely tasty dish and would be perfect as a light supper for me with some crunchy wholemeal bread!
Such a perfect AND beautiful antipasto idea! Your photography is so incredible! What camera do you use and what settings! Truly professional! Happy Thanksgiving to both of you and your families! I am grateful for your friendships!
Baci,
Roz
Roz you are so sweet! Thank you always for your lovely comments. WE love you! The camera I use is a Nikon 3000 and the setting is basically on auto. But what I learned is to take the photos near a window on a sunny day is always best. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family. We too are grateful for your friendship! Un abbraccio, Anna and Liz
Beautiful and delicious looking. I have to try these!!
I could see these being lovely on an appetizer tray!
Asparagus, cheese and prosciutto are three of my favorite things. What a great appetizer these make! I can't wait to give these a try in the spring when asparagus comes back in season! xoxo, Jackie
Oh yum! I love asparagus wrapped in prosciutto, but I've never thought to add cheese before! That takes it over the top in yumminess! Thanks for stopping by my blog 🙂
It's almost time for fresh asparagus here- can't wait to try this. 🙂
HI Betty! Welcome to our site! Its so nice to meet you! These turned out better than we thought and make a terrific appetizers. Thanks for stopping by! 🙂
This is the absolute perfect classy appetizer!