Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Aperol-Orange Dressing

Name: Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Aperol-Orange Dressing
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 lb asparagus; 6 thin slices prosciutto slices; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp Aperol; 1 tbsp fresh orange juice; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1/2 tsp lemon zest

Tender asparagus spears wrapped in salty prosciutto, drizzled with a bright citrus dressing featuring Aperol.

Cuisine: Italian

Category: Vegetarian

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1 lb asparagus
6 thin slices prosciutto slices
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp Aperol
1 tbsp fresh orange juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp lemon zest

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss 1 lb trimmed asparagus with 1 tbsp olive oil on a baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 2: Roast for 12-15 minutes until crisp-tender, turning halfway.
Step 3: While roasting, wrap each asparagus spear in one prosciutto slice, securing with a toothpick.
Step 4: Whisk together 2 tbsp Aperol, 1 tbsp fresh orange juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, and 1/2 tsp lemon zest in a small bowl.
Step 5: Arrange prosciutto-wrapped asparagus on a plate and drizzle with the dressing just before serving.