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    Cheesy Roasted Asparagus with Crispy Prosciutto

    November 1, 2019 by Keto Cooking Christian Leave a Comment

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    Fresh asparagus roasted in the oven with gooey melted mozzarella cheese and crispy prosciutto crumbled over the top.  This is the perfect Keto side dish to serve at your next special occasion or holiday dinner!

    overhead closeup roasted asparagus on sheet pan with melted cheese and crispy prosciutto

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    Roasting asparagus in the oven gives them great flavor!  Melted mozzarella cheese makes it a little more of a treat.

    overhead closeup roasted asparagus

    Crisping up some thinly sliced prosciutto and crumbling it over the top, takes this low carb side dish to a another level!  You go from an average veggie side dish, to something really special!  If you need a tasty asparagus appetizer, this would be a great option!

    overhead view of roasted asparagus on white plate with melted cheese and crispy prosciutto on top

    This Keto roasted cheesy asparagus with crispy prosciutto crumbled over the top, makes a great side dish to serve at Thanksgiving, Christmas, Resurrection Sunday or any special occasion dinner.  Even your non-Keto guests will absolutely love it!

    Ingredients For Cheesy Roasted Asparagus

    • Fresh asparagus
    • Uncured prosciutto
    • Mozzarella cheese
    • Olive oil
    • Garlic Salt
    • Pepper

    *Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

    How to Make Roasted Keto Asparagus

    Preheat oven to 425F.   Take one sheet pan lined with parchment paper and lay out each piece of the prosciutto flat, making sure not to overlap them.  Set them aside while you prepare the asparagus.

    Prosciutto on sheetpan

    Take the washed and trimmed asparagus, and transfer them to another baking sheet and drizzle them with olive oil, garlic salt and pepper. Rub them together, so that all the pieces are coated.

    Asparagus on sheetpan

    Add both baking sheets to the oven and bake for 12 minutes.  Check on the prosciutto and if it has crisped up, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.  

    Prosciutto on sheet pan

    If they haven't crisped up yet, continue baking and check on them every 3-5 minutes to make sure they don't burn.  Once they've cooled, they will crisp up nicely and you can crumble them like bacon.

    Asparagus with shredded mozzarella sheet pan

    After the asparagus has baked for 12 minutes, remove them from the oven, add the mozzarella cheese over the tops, leaving the tips and ends exposed.

    Increase the oven temperature to 450F and bake them for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden.

    Asparagus with melted mozzarella cheese

    Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter and add the crispy prosciutto over the top and serve. And there you have it, a beautiful and delicious Keto side dish!

    overhead view of roasted asparagus on white plate with melted cheese and crispy prosciutto on top

    Tips for Making Roasted Asparagus

    There are a number of ways to prepare asparagus, including steamed, boiled or you can even buy it frozen and cook it in the microwave if you're really pressed for time.  You can also add some Hollandaise Sauce over the top, which tastes absolutely delicious!

    Roasting it in the oven, like many other veggies, is a great way to give asparagus great flavor!  Adding crumbles of crispy prosciutto over the top, brings it to another level.  

    crumbled prosciutto on sheet pan

    If you've never crisped prosciutto in the oven before, you must try it!  It's very similar to crispy bacon, but is much more delicate.  You can add it over just about any veggie, salad, casserole, dips or even just munch on them!

    Alternatively, you could use bacon instead, if you're not able to find prosciutto.  It will give the asparagus great flavor.

    Mozzarella is a fairly mild cheese that melts beautifully, which makes it perfect for this recipe!  Alternatively, you can use Monterey Jack, Fontina, Gruyere or any other cheese that melts well.  I wouldn't go the cheddar route though.  

    You could also add grated parmesan, Romano or asiago cheese in addition to the mozzarella, just to give it a little extra flavor.

    cut asparagus on cutting board with knife

    Is Asparagus Keto?

    Most definitely!  High in fiber, Vitamin K and folate, this low carb vegetable is a great option for a Keto side dish!  Asparagus has many health benefits, which you can read about in this article.

    How Many Carbs in Asparagus?

    One cup of asparagus has 4 net carbs, making it perfectly suitable for a Keto diet!

    overhead closeup roasted asparagus

    More Keto Side Dishes

    • Bacon Wrapped Green Beans
    • Brussels Sprouts with Hot Bacon Dressing
    • Roasted Garlic and Rosemary Mashed Cauliflower
    • Easy Creamed Spinach
    • Jalapeño Popper Cauliflower “Mac” and Cheese
    • Easy Sautéed Mushrooms
    • Mexican Cauliflower Rice
    • Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Prosciutto
    • Loaded Creamy Cauliflower Casserole

    Need even more ideas for Keto Side Dishes?  Check out these 50 Best Keto Side Dish Recipes roundup!

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    overhead closeup roasted asparagus on sheet pan with melted cheese and crispy prosciutto

    Cheesy Roasted Asparagus with Crispy Prosciutto

    Fresh asparagus roasted in the oven with gooey melted mozzarella cheese and crispy prosciutto crumbled over the top. This is the perfect Keto side dish to serve at your next special occasion or holiday dinner!
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    Prep Time 3 mins
    Cook Time 17 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Author: Julianne
    Course: Side Dish
    Calories: 117
    Servings: 6

    INGREDIENTS

    • 2 pounds fresh asparagus, ends trimmed
    • 3 slices uncured prosciutto, thinly sliced
    • 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • ½ teaspoon garlic salt
    • pepper to taste

    INSTRUCTIONS

    • Preheat oven to 425F. Take one sheet pan lined with parchment paper and lay out each piece of the prosciutto flat, making sure not to overlap them. Set them aside while you prepare the asparagus.
    • Take the washed and trimmed asparagus, and transfer them to another baking sheet and drizzle them with olive oil, garlic salt and pepper. Rub them together, so that all the pieces are coated.
    • Add both baking sheets to the oven and bake for 12 minutes. Check on the prosciutto and if it has crisped up, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool slightly. If they haven’t crisped up yet, continue baking and check on them every 3-5 minutes to make sure they don’t burn. Once they’ve cooled, they will crisp up nicely and you can crumble them like bacon.
    • After the asparagus has baked for 12 minutes, remove them from the oven, add the mozzarella cheese over the tops, leaving the tips and ends exposed. Increase the oven temperature to 450F and bake them for an additional 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden.
    • Transfer the asparagus to a serving platter and add the crispy prosciutto over the top and serve.

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    Nutrition Facts
    Cheesy Roasted Asparagus with Crispy Prosciutto
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 117 Calories from Fat 45
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 5g8%
    Saturated Fat 1g6%
    Carbohydrates 7g2%
    Fiber 4g17%
    Sugar 3g3%
    Protein 13g26%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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