Best 3 Bacon Wrapped Grilled Asparagus Recipes

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Bacon wrapped grilled asparagus is a delightful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of crispy bacon and tender asparagus creates a delicious flavor that is sure to please everyone. This dish is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. Asparagus is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and folic acid. Bacon is a good source of protein and fat. When these two ingredients are combined, they create a dish that is both delicious and nutritious.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED BACON-WRAPPED ASPARAGUS



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Enjoy this delicious and paleo/Whole30® side dish at your next summer barbecue!

Provided by Diana71

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Bacon     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 slices bacon, or more to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in a large bowl. Pour olive oil over spears and coat each one. Wrap 2 to 3 spears with 1 slice of bacon. Repeat with remaining asparagus and bacon.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill asparagus until bacon is crispy, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Season with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 15.1 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 320.1 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

BACON-WRAPPED GRILLED ASPARAGUS



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I tried this at a friend's house and modified the recipe to appeal to my family's tastes. I recommend cooking the asparagus outside on the grill. It's excellent for any celebration. -Karyl Tobel, Helena, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 16 appetizers.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 pound bacon strips
16 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oil and garlic. Wrap a bacon strip around each asparagus spear. Thread 8 asparagus spears onto 2 parallel soaked wooden skewers. Repeat with remaining asparagus. Grill, covered, over medium-low heat 18-20 minutes or until bacon is crisp, turning occasionally. Brush with soy sauce mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BACON WRAPPED GRILLED ASPARAGUS



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This is such a simple, tasty recipe your friends are sure to enjoy. How can you go wrong with bacon and asparagus?! In case the bacon grease flamed too much, I cooked these in a "grill skillet." Then, I could easily remove them if I needed to.

Provided by Danielle Matthews

Categories     Vegetable Appetizers

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 bunch asparagus, fresh
1 pkg thick sliced bacon

Steps:

  • 1. Spiral bacon around each piece of asparagus.
  • 2. Grill, turning carefully, until tender. DO NOT leave unattended because of the bacon fat drippings can catch fire! Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Choose asparagus spears that are about the same thickness, so they cook evenly.
  • Trim the woody ends of the asparagus spears.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the bacon slices in half lengthwise.
  • Wrap each asparagus spear with a half slice of bacon, starting at the bottom and working your way up.
  • Secure the bacon with a toothpick.
  • Grill the asparagus spears over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, or until the bacon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.
  • Serve the asparagus spears immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Bacon-wrapped grilled asparagus is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or side dish. It's perfect for any occasion, from backyard barbecues to holiday parties. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a new way to cook asparagus, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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