Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Bundles with Garlic Cream Dip

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-28 · Updated 2026-05-28

Tender asparagus spears wrapped in crispy bacon served with a garlicky cream cheese dip for a savory keto appetizer or side. This American-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs asparagus spears, bacon slices, cream cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 230 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 16 medium spears, trimmed asparagus spears
• 8 slices, cut in half bacon slices
• 4 oz softened cream cheese
• 2 tbsp sour cream
• 1 minced garlic clove
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 tsp for garnish smoked paprika

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
2. Step 2: Divide 16 trimmed asparagus spears into 8 bundles of 2 spears each.
3. Step 3: Wrap each bundle tightly with 1/2 slice of bacon, securing if necessary.
4. Step 4: Place bundles on the baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until bacon is crisp and asparagus is tender.
5. Step 5: Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine 4 oz softened cream cheese, 2 tbsp sour cream, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp lemon zest, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; mix until smooth.
6. Step 6: Transfer bacon-wrapped asparagus bundles to a serving plate, sprinkle with 1/4 tsp smoked paprika, and serve alongside the garlic cream dip.