Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Dubliner Cheese Crust

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Prosciutto-wrapped asparagus gets roasted until tender-crisp and finished with a golden layer of Dubliner cheese. A little fresh lemon adds a bright finishing touch, making this an easy low-carb side dish that feels a little special.

What Is Dubliner Cheese?

Dubliner is an Irish cheese made by Kerrygold. It has a firm texture and a rich, nutty flavor with a hint of sweetness, somewhat like a cross between aged cheddar and Parmesan.

In this recipe, finely grated Dubliner melts over the prosciutto-wrapped asparagus, creating a savory, golden cheese crust.

Can’t find Dubliner? Try one of these alternatives:

Aged white cheddar: A good everyday substitute with a sharper, tangier flavor.

Gruyère: A nutty, slightly sweeter option that melts beautifully.

Parmesan: A firmer, saltier alternative that can create a crisp topping, although it won’t melt quite like Dubliner.

These substitutions haven’t been tested in this recipe, so the flavor, browning, and texture may differ from the original.

Prosciutto-wrapped asparagus with a melted Dubliner cheese crust

Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus with Dubliner Cheese Crust

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Prosciutto-wrapped asparagus gets roasted until tender-crisp and finished with a golden layer of Dubliner cheese. A little fresh lemon adds a bright finishing touch, making this an easy low-carb side dish that feels a little special.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 152
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound fresh asparagus woody ends trimmed
  • 8 thin slices prosciutto approximately 4 oz, depending on slice size
  • 2 oz Kerrygold Dubliner cheese finely grated
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp fresh lemon juice optional, to finish

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Cheese grater
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wrap the asparagus. Divide trimmed asparagus into 8 small, roughly equal bundles. Wrap the middle of each bundle with 1 thin prosciutto slice, leaving the tips and ends exposed.
  3. Oil and season. Brush exposed asparagus lightly with olive oil and season with black pepper. Do not add salt initially; prosciutto and Dubliner are salty.
  4. Roast the bundles. Roast approximately 12 minutes until asparagus is tender-crisp and prosciutto starts to crisp. Check earlier if the spears are thin.
  5. Add the cheese. Sprinkle grated Dubliner over exposed asparagus and some prosciutto. Roast another approximately 2 minutes until the cheese melts and edges turn golden.
  6. Finish and serve. Finish with the optional lemon juice if desired. Serve 2 bundles per person.

Nutrition

Serving: 2bundlesCalories: 152kcalCarbohydrates: 4.5gProtein: 13.9gFat: 9.3gSaturated Fat: 4.1gSodium: 868mgFiber: 2.4gSugar: 2.1gNet Carbohydrates: 2.1g

Notes

Nutrition Note: Nutritional values are estimates and may vary based on ingredients and serving sizes. Net carbs are calculated by subtracting dietary fiber and, when applicable, eligible sweeteners such as allulose and erythritol from total carbohydrates.

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Serving Suggestions

These prosciutto-wrapped asparagus bundles make an elegant side dish for steak, roasted chicken, or pork tenderloin. They’re also a great addition to a brunch plate alongside eggs.

For a little extra brightness, finish with the optional fresh lemon juice just before serving.