Bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles are a delightful side dish that combines two of the best flavors: crispy, savory bacon and fresh, tender asparagus. This dish is easy to prepare, yet it looks and tastes elegant enough to impress at any dinner table. Whether you’re serving it for a holiday meal, a weeknight dinner, or as part of a barbecue spread, it’s sure to be a hit.
To make this dish, start by selecting fresh asparagus. Choose thick spears for the best texture and flavor. Trim the ends, and blanch the asparagus in boiling water for just a few minutes until it’s bright green and slightly tender. This quick blanching ensures that the asparagus cooks evenly when wrapped in bacon, while still maintaining a crisp bite.
Once your asparagus is ready, gather a bundle of 4-5 spears and wrap them tightly with a slice of bacon. Use toothpicks to secure the bacon in place, ensuring it doesn’t unravel while cooking. The combination of the smoky bacon and the earthy asparagus creates a perfect contrast of flavors that complement each other beautifully.
Next, arrange the bundles on a baking sheet, drizzle with a little olive oil, and season with a pinch of salt, pepper, and any additional herbs or spices you like. Some people love adding garlic powder, a drizzle of honey for sweetness, or even a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
Bake the bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the asparagus is cooked to your liking. The bacon will crisp up perfectly while the asparagus inside stays tender and flavorful.
These bundles are fantastic served with roasted meats, grilled fish, or as part of a festive spread. The crispy bacon on the outside and tender asparagus inside make for a mouthwatering combination that’s hard to resist.
Bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles are a simple yet flavorful side dish that’s sure to elevate any meal with minimal effort!
Ingredients
- 12 spears asparagus fresh
- 6 slices bacon
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil and placing a wire rack on top.
- Trim the tough ends off the asparagus spears.
- Take a slice of bacon and wrap it tightly around 2-3 asparagus spears, starting at the bottom and continuing to the top.
- Place the bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles on the wire rack on the baking sheet.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the bundles and season with salt and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the asparagus is tender.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
These were so delicious! Can’t believe how easy it was. Everyone loved them at the party!
Bacon + asparagus? Perfect combo! I didn’t even know I liked asparagus until I tried this.
These were incredible! The bacon just takes it to a whole new level. Will make again for sure!
Bacon is a favorite but asparagus is weird. My kids didn’t eat them. Next time, I’ll just do bacon on its own.
This seems too fancy for me. Can I just use any bacon? Also, does asparagus taste good? Like, why wrap it?
Rly good! I had some left overs and they were still yum in the morn!
I forgot to set the timer and burned mine… oops! But what I could eat was tasty! Guess I’ll try again.
Bacon goood, asparagus ehh. I don’t get why people eat greens when you can just eat bacon.
I think bacon is best for breakfast only, not really for veggies. Not my favorite.
Hmm… Not sure if bacon and asparagus go together, but my husband loved them. I just don’t see the point.
Quick and easy! I added some garlic powder and it was delish!
These look good, but can you use turkey bacon instead? Don’t eat pork.
But turkey bacon isn’t the same as real bacon. Why not just try a different recipe? This is kinda pointless.
You can totally use turkey bacon! Just make sure to watch the baking time since it might need a little adjustment. Yum!
Honestly, I thought this was a bit too greasy. The bacon overpowered the asparagus.
I get what you’re saying! Bacon can be really intense for some dishes. Maybe try less bacon next time?
Yum!! A bit salty for my taste but I still liked it.
Not bad, but kinda hard to wrap the bacon? Any tips? Maybe it’s just me.
Tasted amazing! I used thick cut bacon and it was perfect! Made it for a party and it was gone in minutes.
I don’t know, wrapping bacon around veggies feels weird. My kids wouldn’t even touch it. Maybe just cook the asparagus alone?
Too salty for my taste, maybe I overdid it with the bacon. Next time, less bacon!
Tried this recipe, and the bacon didn’t cook properly. It was kinda chewy, not crispy at all. Really bummed.
My wife made this for dinner last night. We fight over who gets the last piece! 😂
Really? My kids wouldn’t touch asparagus! Guess this one’s a hit or miss. 🤔
Haha, that’s awesome! Nothing beats a good meal that brings out the competition. 😄
Bacon wrapped in veg? My brain say yes! I think I need to try different veggies too.
This sounds so delicious! I never thought of wrapping bacon in veggies. What other veggies do you think would work well with it?
Yum! But I added garlic powder & cheese, took it over the top! So good I ate half before dinner.
Not sure about wrapping bacon around veggies… feels weird to me. Took too long to make.
I totally get where you’re coming from! Bacon with veggies is kinda odd at first, but it’s so delicious once you try it! Hope you give it another shot!
Took me a while too, but it was worth it! You gotta taste it to believe it, trust me!
Super easy to make! I added some garlic powder, and it kicked it up a notch. Love it!
One of the easiest appetizers I’ve made. Great for parties!
Bacon and asparagus? Sounds weird! But I gave it a try and it was good but not as good as I thought it would be.
I tried this recipe but the bacon wouldn’t wrap properly… Is that normal? Pretty disappointed.
Yum! Just made this and it was so good. I used turkey bacon instead and it was still really tasty.
Bacon and asparagus??! What a combo! I’m all in! This is going straight to my dinner list. 😍
This was super easy and they turned out delicious! Everyone loved them. Definitely a keeper!
I tried this too! Super easy & yummy! I added a bit of garlic powder, and it was fantastic. Thanks for sharing!
Did you really like it? I dunno, bacon with veggies? Seems kinda weird to me. Maybe I’ll just stick to salad.
Delish! 🤤 Love the crispiness of the bacon. Can I use frozen asparagus?
Absolutely delicious! My family devoured these in minutes. Will make again for sure!
Interesting idea, but my bacon burned while the asparagus was still a bit raw. Maybe lower the heat?
Burnt bacon sounds rough! I usually check on them halfway and rotate to avoid that. Lower heat might help too. Good luck next time!
Yum! Perfect side dish for steak night. The bacon gives it a smoky flavor that’s just amazing!
Bacon? Asparagus? Sounds weird. I don’t think I’ll be trying this…
Totally agree! The bacon makes everything better! I can’t wait to try this on my next steak night!
Bacon and asparagus? Gross! Never heard of this combo. I stick with fries, am I missing something?
Asparagus is so bitter. I didn’t like it wrapped in bacon. Thought that would help, but nah.
Wow, these are amazing! The bacon really takes it to another level. My kids loved them too!
Not sure about bacon and asparagus together… sounds weird? But I’m glad it worked for you.
I agree! The combination is just perfect, especially for kids! Have you tried adding cheese too? It’s so good!
Super easy to make! I just put some garlic powder on my bundles, they were delicious! 😋
Omg, this is the best recipe ever!!! I put some cheese on top before baking, sooo good!
Eww, I think I overcooked the bacon. It came out too hard. I’ll try again, but not really a fan.