Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon-Herb Butter

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Crisp asparagus spears wrapped in smoky bacon and finished with a zesty lemon-herb butter, ready in under 20 minutes. This american-inspired keto (low-carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs bunch (about 12 oz / 340g) asparagus, (150g) bacon, (28g) unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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.

★ 3.7 (15 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Trim asparagus ends, then cut each spear into 3 pieces (about 2 inches long).
  2. Step 2: Wrap 2 asparagus pieces around a single bacon slice, securing with toothpicks if needed.
  3. Step 3: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Arrange bacon-wrapped asparagus in a single layer and cook 8-10 minutes, flipping once, until bacon is crisp and asparagus is tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, melt butter with lemon zest, dill, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle sauce over asparagus and serve immediately while bacon is crispy.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon-Herb Butter take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon-Herb Butter?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (150g) bacon from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon-Herb Butter?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon-Herb Butter for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon-Herb Butter low-carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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