Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus Spears

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Tender asparagus spears wrapped in smoky bacon, baked until crisp for a satisfying low-carb side that pairs perfectly with any protein. This American-inspired keto recipe (low-carb), ready in about 33 minutes, pairs asparagus, bacon, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 18 min Serves 2 American cuisine 240 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Trim woody ends from 12 oz asparagus and cut into 4-inch lengths.
  2. Step 2: Wrap each asparagus spear with 1 bacon slice, securing with a toothpick. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, then sprinkle evenly with 1/2 tsp garlic powder and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  4. Step 4: Bake for 15-18 minutes until bacon is golden and crisp, turning halfway through.

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