Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Balsamic Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

Tender asparagus spears wrapped in salty prosciutto and roasted until crisp, finished with a sweet-tart balsamic reduction for a sophisticated starter. This Mediterranean-inspired Valentine’s Day recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs Asparagus, Prosciutto, Olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 140 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb Asparagus
• 6 slices Prosciutto
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 3 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp Honey

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Trim 1 lb asparagus spears, discarding tough ends.
2. Step 2: Wrap each asparagus spear with one slice of prosciutto, securing with a toothpick if needed.
3. Step 3: Place wrapped asparagus on a parchment-lined baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and season with 1/4 tsp salt.
4. Step 4: Roast for 12 minutes until asparagus is tender and prosciutto is crisp.
5. Step 5: While asparagus roasts, combine 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar and 1 tbsp honey in a small saucepan.
6. Step 6: Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until reduced by half and syrupy.
7. Step 7: Remove asparagus from oven, remove toothpicks, and drizzle with the warm balsamic glaze.