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Filo Wrapped Asparagus

Filo Wrapped Asparagus

30 min., ready in 45 min.
Time:
254
calories
Calories:
Health Score:
67 / 100
Ingredientsfor  
Ingredients
16 stalks green Asparagus
½ lemon
salt
1 pinch sugar
1 pc Grana Padano cheese (or Parmesan)
1 oz butter
5 ozs Filo dough
5 ozs Prosciutto (thinly sliced and trimmed of fat)
1 Tbsp Sesame seeds (or to taste)
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Preparation
1.
Filo Wrapped Asparagus preparation step 1

Rinse and dry the asparagus, then trim off woody ends and peel the lower third of the spears if desired. 

2.
Filo Wrapped Asparagus preparation step 2

Squeeze lemon half and combine juice with some salt and the sugar in a large pot. Add plenty of water and bring to a boil. Blanch asparagus for 5-6 minutes.

3.
Filo Wrapped Asparagus preparation step 3

Drain asparagus, rinse in cold water and drain in a sieve.

4.
Filo Wrapped Asparagus preparation step 4

Grate cheese coarsely. Melt butter in a small pot.

5.
Filo Wrapped Asparagus preparation step 5

Unfold filo pastry sheets carefully. Cut with kitchen shears into 16 rectangles (approximately 3 x 4 inches).

6.
Filo Wrapped Asparagus preparation step 6

Brush filo pieces lightly with melted butter.

7.
Filo Wrapped Asparagus preparation step 7

Top each filo piece with 1 slice of prosciutto and 1 asparagus piece and sprinkle with cheese. Roll up filo around filling so the asparagus tip is protruding.

8.
Filo Wrapped Asparagus preparation step 8

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set the asparagus rolls next to each other on sheet.

9.
Filo Wrapped Asparagus preparation step 9

Lightly coat filo with more melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Bake on the middle rack of a preheated oven at approximately 400°F until golden brown, about 12-15 minutes.

Serve on a platter.

Nutritional values
1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie254 cal.(12 %)
Protein15 g(15 %)
Fat13 g(11 %)
Carbohydrates17 g(11 %)
Sugar added0 g(0 %)
Roughage3 g(10 %)
Healthy, because

Healthy, because

This snack contains important B vitamins: Vitamin B1 promotes the transmission of nerve commands to the muscles. Vitamin B12 activates folic acid, which plays a role in the transmission of genetic information, and niacin helps you get a good night's sleep.

Even smarter

Even smarter

Sprinkle the dough with black cumin seed. These give a peppery, nutty aroma and are also super healthy.

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