Mouth-Healthy Recipe: Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus

prosciutto wrapped asparagus

Asparagus is at its peak flavor in the spring. And it’s even tastier when wrapped in delicately sweet and salty prosciutto and topped with savory Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for an appetizer or side dish. Not only is it packed with flavor, but it’s also full of vitamins A and C, phosphorus and calcium for strong teeth and gums. 

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound asparagus spears
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • 1/2 pound thinly sliced prosciutto
  • 1 ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425 F.
  2. Wash and trim the rough ends of the asparagus.
  3. Place asparagus on a sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil, salt and pepper. Toss well until asparagus is fully coated.
  4. Evenly distribute the cheese onto the slices of prosciutto.
  5. Place an asparagus spear onto each slice of prosciutto and roll it up.
  6. Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes.
  7. Top with more cheese if desired. Enjoy! 

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Jessica Arnold
Jessica Arnold is the social media and content specialist at Delta Dental of Arizona. She has a background in digital marketing and really appreciates how social media platforms can connect consumers and companies in a more meaningful way. She’s a true native Phoenician who loves spending time outside (when it’s not so hot!) with her daughter and husband. She's passionate about good overall health and is excited to have found her way into a company that enables wellness in Arizona. Her favorite social network is Reddit, where she can take a deep dive into very random topics (including oral health). With a toddler at home she’s slowly learning more about children’s oral health and how to get them to brush their little chompers—a daily battle, but well worth it! [Editor's Note: Jessica is no longer a current DDAZ employee.]