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Grilled Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

Grilled Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

By Traeger Kitchen

Talk about a side for sore eyes. Tender asparagus is wrapped in savory prosciutto, grilled over hickory, and finished off with a balsamic glaze, taking your whole meal to the next level.

Prep Time

20 Min

Cook Time

15 Min

Pellets

Hickory
Yields: 6 Servings

Ingredients

main
2 Bunchasparagus
4 Ounceprosciutto
As Neededolive oil
As Neededkosher salt
1 Mediumlemon, zested
As Neededfreshly ground black pepper
2 Tablespoonbalsamic vinegar, divided
3 Tablespoontoasted pine nuts, for serving
Units of Measurement:

Steps

  • Step 1

    When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 400℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.

    400 ˚F / 204 ˚C

  • Step 2

    Rinse the asparagus and pat dry with a paper towel. Cut the bottom third off of the asparagus stalks and discard.

    Ingredients
    • 2 Bunch asparagus

  • Step 3

    Wrap a piece of prosciutto around 4 to 5 stalks, and place it on a baking sheet. Drizzle the asparagus with olive oil, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.

    Ingredients
    • 4 Ounce prosciutto

    • As Needed olive oil

    • As Needed kosher salt

    • 1 Medium lemon, zested

    • As Needed freshly ground black pepper

  • Step 4

    Place the baking sheet on the grill and cook. After 5 minutes, shake the pan to turn the asparagus once, then drizzle with 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar.

    Ingredients
    • 2 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar, divided

  • Step 5

    Place back on the grill and cook until the prosciutto is crispy and the asparagus is cooked through, about 5 to 8 minutes.

    00:08

    400 ˚F / 204 ˚C

  • Step 6

    Place the asparagus on the serving tray and sprinkle with the pine nuts and drizzle with the remaining balsamic. Enjoy!

    Ingredients
    • 3 Tablespoon toasted pine nuts, for serving

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