Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Bundles are a old-school recipe and so simple to make! Fresh asparagus spears wrapped with bacon are roasted and served with a short creamy mustard dip. This method will serve 10.

Let’s be real, bacon wrapped anything is going to be savory. So far, I’ve wrapped bacon around jalapeños, pineapple and dates with zero regret. Today it’s bundles of asparagus, and we’re dipping them in a creamy mustard dip.

These may simply be the most unfussy side dish ever. Impressive too! I like serving these next to grilled steaks or with a baked frittata or an egg casserole.

To Make These Bacon Wrapped Asparagus Bundles Gather:

asparagus – I like to use thinner stemmed asparagus in this method.
center cut bacon – It’s leaner and less fatty than old-style bacon.
olive oil spray – Or use a nonstick spray of choice like avocado oil or ghee oil spray.
kosher salt – Enhances the flavors of the asparagus.
freshly ground black pepper – Adds distinct bite and flavor.
toothpicks – Helps to secure the bacon.

for the dip:

plain nonfat greek yogurt – Gives the dip tangy flavor without the added fat.
mayonnaise – Lends creaminess and richness.
stone ground mustard – Adds bold, tangy flavor that’s subtle spicy with coarse texture.

Make The Dip:

In a small bowl combine the 3 tablespoons each of plain nonfat greek yogurt and 3 tablespoons mayonnaise with 1/4 cup stone ground mustard. Worth keeping and have been using Inglehoffer for years. This isn’t sponsored, simply keeping it real.

Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Make the Asparagus Bundles:

Preheat your oven to 450℉ (or 230℃).

Trim off the tough ends from a large bunch of asparagus. You need 3 to 4 spears per bundle, so when picking out asparagus, grab a bundle of at least 30 spears.

Wrap 1 slice of center cut bacon around a bundle of 3 asparagus spears.

Secure the bacon with a toothpick. This will help keep the bacon in place when roasting.

Place the wrapped asparagus onto a wire rack (set into a rimmed baking sheet) that has been sprayed with olive oil. Spray the tops of each bundle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle only the asparagus with kosher salt and the bacon with coarse black pepper.

Slip the pan on to the middle rack of your preheated oven and bake for 16 to 18 minute or longer if your asparagus is thicker.

That’s it my friends!

Serve next to your quiche or casserole at brunch or next to grilled chicken or steak for dinner.

Simple, straightforward and flavor-packed.