3-Ingredient Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

If you’re craving a simple, show-stopping side, this 3-Ingredient Bacon Wrapped Asparagus is everything you need—and nothing you don’t. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep, you’ll have a savory, crispy, and totally irresistible dish that works for weeknight dinners, holiday spreads, or even backyard grilling season. Best of all, it’s low effort but delivers high flavor every single time.

Now here’s something cool—bacon-wrapped vegetables have been around for centuries. While modern bacon-wrapped asparagus became popular in the U.S. around the 1980s, wrapping meats or veggies in cured pork actually dates back to early European cooking, where flavor and preservation were both key.

So whether you’re making this for brunch with friends, date night in, or just because you need something fast and delicious, you’ll love how versatile this recipe is. Plus, it’s gluten-free, naturally low-carb, and totally crowd-pleasing. Just wrap, roast, and devour. Honestly, you might want to double the batch—they disappear fast!

Recipe Yield: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

1 lb asparagus spears, trimmed (about 1 bunch)
8 slices bacon (regular cut)
1 tbsp olive oil

Garlic powder, black pepper, and a small pinch of salt, optional for seasoning

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven:
Start by preheating your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top for even cooking and extra crispiness.

2. Prep and season the asparagus:
In a large bowl, toss the trimmed asparagus spears with olive oil. If desired, add a small pinch of salt, a dash of garlic powder, and a sprinkle of black pepper for added flavor.

3. Wrap the asparagus:
Group 2–3 spears together and tightly wrap one bacon slice around each bundle, spiraling from bottom to top. Place each bundle seam-side down on the wire rack.

4. Roast until golden and crisp:
Roast for 20–25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy and the asparagus is tender.

Helpful Tips to Perfect This Recipe

• Go for Medium-Thick Asparagus: Thin spears cook too fast and can shrivel. Medium-thick stalks stay tender and hold up under the bacon.
• Use Regular-Cut Bacon Only: Regular cut crisps up perfectly in the same amount of time the asparagus needs to roast. Thick-cut bacon won’t cook evenly.
• Finish with Flavor: Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze, grated parmesan, or a squeeze of fresh lemon right before serving to take things up a notch.