Keto bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles (Print version)

Tender asparagus wrapped in smoky bacon and finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed

→ Meats

02 - 8 slices bacon, thin-cut

→ Dairy

03 - 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

→ Oils & Seasonings

04 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
07 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
02 - Divide trimmed asparagus into 8 equal bundles
03 - Drizzle asparagus with olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly
04 - Wrap one slice of bacon snugly around each asparagus bundle, overlapping slightly. Place seam-side down on prepared baking sheet
05 - Roast in oven for 18 to 20 minutes until bacon is crisp and asparagus is tender
06 - Remove from oven, sprinkle each bundle with Parmesan cheese, and return to oven for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese is melted and golden
07 - Transfer bundles to serving plate and serve immediately while hot

# Tips from the pros:

01 -
  • It tastes indulgent while keeping you solidly in your keto groove, no guilt required.
  • The whole thing comes together in 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or when guests are coming over.
  • Bacon and cheese do most of the flavor work, so even if you're new to cooking you'll look like you've been at this for years.
02 -
  • Bacon releases fat as it cooks, so don't drench the asparagus in oil or you'll end up with greasy bundles—a light drizzle is all you need.
  • The difference between soggy and crispy bacon comes down to oven temperature and patience, so resist the urge to turn the heat up higher hoping to speed things along.
03 -
  • Buy bacon that's already sliced thin instead of thick-cut—it wraps easier, cooks more evenly, and tastes better for this particular application.
  • Grate your own Parmesan if you can—it melts faster and smoother than the pre-grated version, which is the secret to that final golden layer.
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