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Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

:  March/April 2009

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These prosciutto-wrapped bundles of grilled asparagus are a delicious addition to a spring brunch or elegant dinner.


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"I par boil the asparagus for a couple of minutes and then immediately put into ice cold water. I then take the prosciutto and cut in half lenghtwise. I then put garlic and herb cream cheese on the meat. I then wrap the aspargus (one or...
Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus Recipe

Makes: 4 servings

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Nutrition Profile

Diabetes appropriate | Low calorie | Low carbohydrate | Low cholesterol | Low saturated fat | Low sodium | Heart healthy | Healthy weight | Gluten free |

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Ingredients

  • 16 spears asparagus, (about 1 bunch), trimmed
  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • Freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 2 very thin slices prosciutto, (about 1 ounce), cut in half lengthwise

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Preparation

  1. Preheat grill to medium.
  2. Toss asparagus with oil, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Wrap 1 length of prosciutto around the middle of 4 asparagus spears. Repeat, making 4 bundles. Oil the grill rack (see Tip). Grill the asparagus bundles, turning once or twice, until the asparagus is tender and charred in spots, about 10 minutes.

Tips & Notes

  • Tip: To oil the grill rack, oil a folded paper towel, hold it with tongs and rub it over the rack. (Do not use cooking spray on a hot grill.)

Nutrition

Per serving: 39 calories; 2 g fat ( 0 g sat , 1 g mono ); 6 mg cholesterol; 3 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 3 g protein; 1 g fiber; 235 mg sodium; 134 mg potassium.

Nutrition Bonus: Folate (22% daily value).

Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat


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Recipe Categories

Ethnic/Regional
American
Main Ingredient
Pork
Health & Diet Considerations
Diabetes appropriate
Low calorie
Low carbohydrate
Low cholesterol
Low saturated fat
Low sodium
Heart healthy
Healthy weight
Gluten free
Preparation/ Technique
Grill/BBQ
Meal/Course
Brunch
Dinner

Season
Spring
Summer
Holiday
Easter
Father's Day
Mother's Day
Style/Theme
Budget
Entertaining, casual
Entertaining, formal
Everyday favorites
Gourmet
Quick (total 30 min. or less)
Ease of Preparation
Easy
Total Time
30 minutes or less
Type of Dish
Side dish, vegetable
Servings
4
Publication
March/April 2009
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