Asparagus Italiano
Asparagus Italiano offers a delightful combination of tender asparagus wrapped in savory prosciutto, accented with fresh thyme and bright lemon wedges. This elegant appetizer is perfect for entertaining or a light, flavorful start to any meal, showcasing simple ingredients with sophisticated flair.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Blanch the asparagus until just tender, about 2 to 4 minutes.
- Immerse the blanched asparagus in ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Drain the asparagus thoroughly.
- Lightly coat each slice of prosciutto with olive oil and thyme.
- Wrap each asparagus stalk with a slice of prosciutto.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).