Grilled Bacon Wrapped Asparagus is a delicious and simple appetizer made by wrapping fresh asparagus spears with bacon and grilling to perfection.
Asparagus is one of the first vegetables to emerge in spring and has been prized since ancient times for its flavor and medicinal properties. This slender green spear is not only delicious but also incredibly nutrient-dense.
Did you know? Asparagus can grow up to 7 inches in a single day under ideal conditions!
Asparagus is rich in vitamins A, C, E, and K, as well as folate and fiber. It’s also a natural diuretic, supports digestion, and is packed with antioxidants that help reduce inflammation.
Store asparagus upright in a glass with a bit of water at the bottom (like fresh flowers), and cover the tops loosely with plastic. This helps keep it fresh for up to 5 days in the fridge.
Yes! Thinly sliced raw asparagus is delicious in salads or slaws. Just be sure to wash it well and trim the tough ends.
Asparagus contains asparagusic acid, which breaks down into sulfur-containing compounds during digestion. These compounds are responsible for the distinctive odor
Asparagus is done when it’s tender yet still slightly crisp. It should be bright green and easy to pierce with a fork but not mushy.
White asparagus is the same plant but grown without sunlight, which prevents chlorophyll from forming. It has a more delicate flavor and is considered a delicacy in many countries.
Yes, but blanch it first. Boil the stalks briefly, then plunge them into ice water before freezing. This preserves the texture and color.
Ingredients
- 6 spears asparagus trimmed
- 3 slices bacon preferably thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Wrap a few asparagus spears with a slice of bacon, starting at the tip and spiraling down the spear.
- Secure with toothpicks if necessary.
- Place the bacon-wrapped asparagus onto the grill, turning occasionally, until the bacon is crispy, about 12-15 minutes.
Nutrition
It was okay, but my bacon didn’t crisp up like I wanted. Maybe I needed to cook it longer?
Bacon wrapped stuff is always good!! Didn’t have toothpicks, just held them together with my hands LOL.
I’m skeptical about this. Isn’t asparagus a weird thing to wrap in bacon? Do people really eat that?
Next time, I’m using thicker bacon, that didn’t feel filling enough. Just saying.
I totally agree! Thicker bacon really makes a difference in flavor and texture. It gets nice and crispy too. Give it a try next time!
Thicker bacon? Sounds good, but I thought it was all about the crispiness. What if it overpowers the asparagus tho?
I don’t own a grill, can I fry these in a pan instead? Hope it works!
So simple and tasty! I even added a sprinkle of cheese on top before grilling. Yum!
Sounds delicious! I love cheese, gotta try that next time.
I don’t know, adding cheese might ruin it! Bacon is enough flavor.
This recipe is a game-changer! I never thought bacon could make veggies taste so good. 😍
Totally agree! Bacon makes everything better! Can’t wait to try this. 🥓🌿
I dunno, bacon on veggies feels wrong. Can’t we just enjoy them as they are? 🤔
OMG I love this! Made them for my kids and they gobbled them down! Definitely a win! 👍
I don’t know why people like this. Bacon doesn’t belong on green things! 🤮
I don’t get it either. Green beans and bacon? Why mix those?! 🤷♂️
Bacon makes everything better! You should give it a try. 😋
This recipe is sooo simple and delicious! I made it for my family and they loved it. Thanks for sharing!
I thought bacon was supposed to be crispy before wrapping? Am I wrong?
You don’t have to cook the bacon before wrapping it! It’ll crisp up on the grill, just like the recipe says. Trust the process! 👍
Bacon good. Asparagus? Meh, I’ll stick to bacon only!
But bacon & asparagus together is the best! Try it, you might change your mind!
Wow, this is a weird combination. Is bacon really supposed to go with veggies? 🤔
Bacon and veggies are a classic combo! The smokiness of the bacon really enhances the asparagus. You should definitely give it a try!
Okay but why no seasoning? I hit it with pepper and garlic powder and it tasted way better. Might be good with a sauce too.
Good point—there’s no seasoning listed, so I usually salt the asparagus lightly before wrapping. Pepper and garlic powder sound like a great shortcut, and a sauce would definitely take it up a notch.
I mean… bacon is already salty right? 😅 But yeah, pepper and garlic powder prob won’t hurt. I don’t know about sauce though—sounds like it might get soggy on the grill.
Grilled asparagus? Sounds like a health food scam to me. Just give me the bacon without the greens!
Oh come on, bacon and greens together is like the perfect combo! Give it a try!
I dunno, sounds weird. Who eats asparagus anyway?
This was a huge hit at my barbecue! Everyone loved it! 😍
Meh. Asparagus was too crunchy for my taste. I prefer it more cooked. 🍴
Where’s the sauce? Bacon alone isn’t enough flavor for me.
Bacon and asparagus? Sounds weird but it’s really good! Who woulda thought! 🥓🌿
I never thought to mix those but bacon makes everything better! 🤤
I was skeptical at first, but wow, this combo is surprisingly awesome. A little messy tho!
I agree! It’s such a unique flavor pairing, but yeah, it can get a bit messy! Worth it though!
Yum! Bacon makes everything better! 😍
I just don’t trust grilling. Easier in the oven, right?
I get where you’re coming from! Grilling can be a bit tricky, but it’s so worth it for that smoky flavor. Give it a try sometime!
This recipe’s a keeper! Tried it on a whim, and now it’s a staple at our BBQs. Thanks!
Super easy to make! My kids even liked it! #winning
Okay so I’m not a grill expert, and my toothpicks caught fire a little (oops). Still edible and tasty, but I’d use shorter toothpicks or soak them first. Would make again.
Oof—toothpicks catching fire is a very real risk 😅 Next time I’d definitely soak them or use metal skewers. Glad it still turned out tasty though!
I really don’t like asparagus, but maybe this recipe can change my mind?
You might actually like it this way! Bacon makes everything better. 🍽️
Not sure how that’ll change your mind… aspargus is still aspargus! 🤔
Simple yet tasty! I added some garlic powder and it was a hit! Thanks for the recipe!
Garlic powder sounds like a great addition! I love experimenting with flavors too. Did you try any cheese on top?
This seems too easy. I’m not sure it will be that good. Maybe I’ll just stick to plain asparagus.
I tried this recipe and it was kinda dry. Maybe use more bacon?
I don’t get why people like this. Asparagus is gross and wrapping it in bacon does not help. Sorry!
Nah, you gotta try it! Bacon really makes it worth it! My fam loves it, and I used to hate asparagus too! Just sayin’!
I totally understand where you’re coming from! Asparagus isn’t everyone’s favorite. But bacon makes everything better, right? Give it another try! 😄
I tried this but the bacon didn’t get crispy after 15 mins. I think my grill is not hot enough. Any tips?
15 mins? That ain’t long enough! You gotta make sure your grill is super hot. I usually go for at least 20 mins.
Maybe try cranking up the heat? Bacon needs a good sizzle to get crispy. Good luck!
This is my go-to appetizer! So easy and always a hit at parties! 😍
I love bacon. Can’t go wrong! 😋
Totally agree! Bacon makes everything better! 😍
What’s the point of wrapping veggies in bacon? They should be eaten plain like nature intended.
It’s not just about the bacon! The flavor combo is divine! You gotta try it!
So simple yet so good! Loved it at my BBQ party. Everyone wanted the recipe!
I tried it too! The bacon makes everything better. 📅
This recipe is so delicious! I made it for my family and they couldn’t get enough. Will definitely make it again!
Can’t say I tried it, but it sounds weird. Asparagus wrapped in bacon? Why would you even mix those together?
I tried this, and my asparagus burned. Did I grill it too long? Help!
The instructions say 12-15 min but mine were done in like 8. I guess every grill is different—either way, they were tasty and not soggy.
Yum! Fast snack. But where do you find thin bacon? Mine was a bit thick.
I tried thick-cut bacon once and it was chewy. Thin bacon is the way to go, like the recipe says—trust it.
Too much bacon on everything these days. Can’t we just have plain veggies once in a while?
This was absolutely delicious! The flavors really came together and the bacon made it extra special.
These were amazing! The bacon adds a great flavor to the asparagus. Definitely a hit at our BBQ!
Is 15 minutes seriously enough time? Mine turned out kinda soggy. Maybe my grill ain’t hot enough…
I don’t get why everyone loves this. The bacon overpowered the asparagus. Will not make again.
I burnt mine… very sad face. Follow the time, not my mistake! 😭
Yuck! I don’t like asparagus or bacon. Why would you even put them together?
Made these tonight and they were a total hit. The bacon got perfectly crispy and the asparagus stayed nice and snappy. I used thick-cut bacon once and it took way longer—thin slices are definitely the move.
Yesss thin-cut bacon is the key! I always forget and then I’m sitting there waiting way too long like an idiot 😅 Glad they came out snappy.
I was skeptical about bacon and asparagus together, but wow, it works! Gonna make it again!
I don’t get it. Asparagus and bacon? Sounds weird to me. But whatever floats your boat!
Yesss! It’s like a flavor explosion! You gotta try it with some garlic too next time!
I only have thick bacon, is that okay? Not sure how it will turn out.
Just wow! So delicious, I might eat this for every meal! Gonna try with green beans next!
This looks perfect for a BBQ! Totally making these! 😋
Not sure I like how much effort wrapping is for just a few spears. Still, the end result looked awesome and tasted smoky.
This recipe is a total game-changer! I never thought of wrapping bacon around veggies, but wow, it’s delicious!
Agreed! I can’t believe I never thought of this before. It’s such a simple idea but makes veggies taste so good!
How do you even grill bacon?? There should be a YouTube tutorial for this.
Bacon asparagus?! Wow this is groundbreaking! 😂
These are dangerous… I could eat a whole plate. I served them with lemon juice and cracked pepper and it really brightened everything up.
OMG, so good! My whole family loved it, even my picky kids. Bacon makes everything better!
Love this! Bacon makes everything better! I also added some garlic powder and it was perfect!
I totally agree! Bacon is life! And garlic powder sounds like a great addition! I’m definitely trying that next time.
Bacon wrapped asparagus? Sounds fancy but I’m not sure about those green sticks. Does it really taste good?
My husband thought it was weird but I liked it. I guess we have different tastes.
Tried it but the bacon took too long to cook. Ended up burning some pieces. 🙁
Just wrapped the bacon around some other stuff too! Kinda like that. Just bacon is the best! 😋
Good idea, but I forgot to trim the asparagus tips and it got kinda stringy. Next time I’ll be more careful. Bacon helps a lot regardless.
This was amazing! The bacon adds such a smoky flavor to the asparagus. Will definitely make again!
Yummy! Bacon + asparagus = perfect match. Easy to make too. Will definitely do again!
The spiral wrap method worked great, but mine took closer to 18 minutes for the bacon to get fully crispy. Still delicious though!
Good to hear! 18 minutes tracks depending on bacon thickness and how hot your grill runs. Glad it still came out delicious 😄
Loved it! Perfect crunch with the bacon. Just make sure to grill it right!
These were so good, I can’t believe how crispy the bacon got! Definitely making again.
Not bad, but I wish the instructions mentioned seasoning. I sprinkled garlic powder and black pepper and it felt way more complete.
Totally agree—mine were a bit bland until I hit them with salt/pepper. Next time I’ll add seasoning right in the steps so it’s not a “guess and adjust” situation.
I tried medium-high but the bacon kept dripping and flaring up, so I lost two toothpicks and one spear burned. Flavor was good though.
Made these tonight—so simple and the bacon crisped up perfectly. I used thicker bacon and it still worked, just took a couple extra minutes.
Mmm, bacon + asparagus? Nothing can beat that! It’s like a love story on my grill.
Simple and tasty—couldn’t ask for more. I’m giving it 4 stars because I had to mess with the toothpicks; some kept popping out, lol.
Why would you put bacon on healthy asparagus? It’s like ruining it! Not for me.
Really easy and quick! I might try it with other veggies too!
I didn’t think I’d like asparagus, but this was tasty! Bacon wins again!
Bacon makes everything better! Glad you tried it! 😊
Simple but good. I don’t usually cook, but this was easy enough for me to try.
Nah, this ain’t for me. I ain’t a fan of asparagus.
Too much bacon! Could barely taste the asparagus. Maybe less bacon next time?
Good idea, but I think 12-15 minutes might depend a lot on your grill. Mine burned the bacon edges before the asparagus felt tender. Next time I’ll lower the heat a bit or move them to indirect heat.