Green Asparagus on Lemon Ricotta with Crispy Prosciutto
Experience spring on your plate with this refined dish that perfectly captures the fresh taste of green asparagus. The creamy lemon ricotta base harmonizes wonderfully with the salty crispiness of prosciutto, offering a light yet flavorful experience. It’s ideal for a quick meal or an elegant appetizer.
Preparation
15 min.
Cook / Bake
15 min.
Servings
2
Calories
420 kcal
Ingredients
for 2 servingsAmounts are automatically adjusted.
- 500 gGreen Asparagus
- 250 gRicotta CheeseMilch
- 1 eaLemon(Juice and zest)
- 2 tbspOlive Oil
- 1 cloveGarlic(Minced)
- 1 tspHoney
- 1 pinchSalt(To taste)
- 1 pinchBlack Pepper(Freshly ground, to taste)
- 80 gProsciutto(Thinly sliced)
- 2 tbspFresh Chives(Finely chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Snap off the woody ends of the green asparagus. You can peel the lower third if desired, but it's often not necessary for green asparagus.
In a large bowl, toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Spread the asparagus in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast the asparagus for 10-12 minutes, or until tender-crisp. While the asparagus is roasting, arrange the prosciutto slices on a separate small baking sheet or a corner of the asparagus sheet if there's space. Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until crispy. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
While the asparagus and prosciutto are cooking, prepare the lemon ricotta. In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, the zest of one lemon, the juice of half a lemon (or more to taste), the minced garlic, honey, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until well combined and creamy.
To serve, spread the lemon ricotta mixture onto plates. Arrange the roasted asparagus spears on top of the ricotta. Crumble the crispy prosciutto over the asparagus.
Garnish with fresh chopped chives and serve immediately. Enjoy this delightful spring dish!
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Varianten
- Add toasted pine nuts or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for extra flavor and texture if omitting prosciutto.
- Include a pinch of red pepper flakes in the ricotta for a touch of heat.
Ersatz & Alternativen
- For a vegetarian option, omit the prosciutto.
- If you don't have chives, fresh parsley or basil can be used as a garnish.
Aufbewahrung
This dish is best served fresh. Leftover ricotta can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Einfrieren
This dish is not suitable for freezing.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
420 kcal
Protein
28 g
Carbohydrates
15 g
Fat
27 g
Fiber
6 g
Recipe on TomTaste: https://tomtaste.com/recipe/green-asparagus-on-lemon-ricotta-with-crispy-prosciutto
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