Asparagus with Parma ham & balsamic dressing
2
Points®
Total time: 20 min • Prep: 10 min • Cook: 10 min • Serves: 4 • Difficulty: Easy
Asparagus is a seasonal treat, so make the most of it with this elegant dish! It's perfect for as a starter or light meal.
Ingredients
Asparagus, raw
600 g, medium or thick
Calorie controlled cooking spray
5 spray(s)
Black pepper
⅛ teaspoon(s)
Parma Ham
80 g, thinly sliced
Rocket
1 portion(s), leaves (handful) or watercress
Vinegar, All Types
2 teaspoon(s), balsamic
Dried Basil
1 teaspoon(s), level, leaves, to garnish
Instructions
1
Preheat a chargrill pan or grill and spray with low fat cooking spray. Season the asparagus spears with a little black pepper, then chargrill or grill them until they start to soften, turning them from time to time.
2
Tear the slices of Parma ham in half, then wrap the pieces around the warm asparagus spears. Serve them on top of the rocket or watercress, sprinkle a little balsamic vinegar over them, then garnish with a few basil leaves.
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