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    Asparagus with Blue Cheese and Bacon

    Published: Jun 30, 2021 / 10 Comments

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    Asparagus with Blue Cheese and Bacon is a tasty side dish that will go well with any main course.   This simple, oven-roasted veggie recipe is low-carb, gluten-free, and keto-friendly.

    asparagus with blue cheese and bacon

    Asparagus with Blue Cheese - a flavor burst!

    What I love about this recipe is that it's so simple.  All you have to do to prep the asparagus is to drizzle it with olive oil, sprinkle it with freshly minced garlic, and season with salt and pepper.   Roast it for 15 minutes in the oven.   Then, top it with crumbled Blue cheese, chopped cooked bacon, and put it back in the oven for 5 more minutes to melt the cheese.  That's it!  The dish is ready, and it's bursting with flavor!

    This is a low-carb and keto-friendly recipe.   It will go beautifully with many types of grilled meats, such as steak, chicken, or lamb.   It will also pair well with chicken bakes and other meats roasted in the oven. Try this asparagus with broccoli bacon cheddar chicken or smothered chicken with creamed spinach, bacon, mushrooms.

    roasted asparagus with blue cheese and bacon in a baking dish

    Ingredients you need

    • Asparagus is a star ingredient here.  This tasty and healthy vegetable is high in fiber and is an excellent source of calcium, magnesium, and zinc.  It's also rich in vitamin C, vitamin E, and vitamin K.
    • Blue Cheese adds bold flavor and creaminess.  I recommend using a crumbled type of blue cheese (not creamy type).  It will be easier to sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese over asparagus.
    • Olive Oil adds flavor and helps asparagus acquire a nice texture when roasted in the oven.
    • Garlic - use a generous amount to add flavor to the asparagus.
    • Bacon when combined with Blue cheese adds an incredible smoky flavor.  Please note that this recipe requires cooked bacon (NOT RAW).  Pre-cook your bacon in advance.  The best and the least messy way to cook the bacon is to preheat the oven to 350 F, line the baking sheet with aluminum foil, add bacon in a single layer, and cook it in the preheated oven at 350 F for about 20 minutes until done.  Drain the fat off, and chop it.

    Ingredients for Asparagus with Blue Cheese and Bacon

    What kind of blue cheese to use and how much

    I prefer to use crumbly or firm Blue cheese vs creamier type.  You can also use Gorgonzola cheese.  Crumbly blue cheese will be easier to, well, crumble, and sprinkle over the asparagus.  Use 1 cup of blue cheese (4 ounces, or about 115 grams).  If you prefer your asparagus more cheesy, feel free to increase the amount of cheese by an additional ½ cup or double the amount of cheese.

    How to roast asparagus in the oven - step-by-step photos

    First, preheat the oven to 400 F. Trim the dry ends of the asparagus. Place asparagus in a medium-size baking dish.

    trimmed asparagus in a baking dish

    Drizzle the asparagus with 2 tablespoons olive oil, season with salt and pepper, top with minced garlic.

    asparagus seasoned with salt and pepper, drizzled with olive oil, topped with minced garlic in a baking dish

    Roast the asparagus, uncovered, for 15 minutes in the preheated oven at 400 F. Remove from the oven. The asparagus is almost done at this point.

    roasted asparagus seasoned with salt and peppers, drizzled with olive oil, topped with minced garlic in a baking dish

    Add crumbled blue cheese.

    crumbled blue cheese on top of asparagus in a baking dish

    Next, add chopped cooked bacon.

    chopped cooked bacon on top of asparagus in a baking dish

    Roast for 5 more minutes, uncovered at 400 F, to melt the cheese and warm up the bacon.  Serve the asparagus immediately while the blue cheese is freshly melted!

    roasted asparagus with blue cheese and bacon in a baking dish

    Main courses to serve with roasted asparagus

    Here are some easy-to-make and low-carb main courses that will pair well with this side dish:

    • Hasselback Chicken is made with spinach, bacon, and 3 kinds of cheese (Parmesan, Mozzarella, Cream Cheese).
    • Bacon and Cream Cheese Cheddar Chicken Bake is a low-carb, high-protein, keto dinner - a perfect match for asparagus with blue cheese!
    • Cajun Chicken Bake with Bell Peppers is made with homemade Cajun seasoning and topped with cream cheese.

    Asparagus with Blue Cheese and Bacon

    Other asparagus recipes

    Here are a few more delicious ideas:

    • Ham and Cheese Asparagus - this dish doubles as both a side dish and the main course!
    • Cheesy Baked Asparagus with Gruyere cheese, Garlic, and Bacon
    • Asiago Cheese Asparagus with Bacon - a perfect side dish for all kinds of meat and fish.
    roasted asparagus with blue cheese and bacon
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    Asparagus with Blue Cheese and Bacon

    Asparagus with Blue Cheese and Bacon is a tasty side dish that will go well with any main course.   This simple, oven-roasted veggie recipe is low-carb, gluten-free, and keto-friendly.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 people
    Calories per serving 323 kcal
    Author: Julia

    Ingredients

    • 1 lb asparagus
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • salt and pepper
    • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
    • 1 cup Blue cheese
    • 5 slices bacon (cooked and chopped)

    Instructions 

    • Preheat oven to 400 F.
    • Trim asparagus ends. Place asparagus in a medium-size baking dish, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Top with minced garlic.
    • Roast, uncovered, in the preheated oven at 400 F for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven.
    • Add Blue cheese all over asparagus. Then, add chopped cooked bacon.
    • Roast for 5 more minutes, uncovered, at 400 F. Serve immediately while the cheese is nice and melty!

    Notes

    1. Step-by-step photos are provided above the recipe card.  They are very helpful in making this already easy recipe.
    2. Pre-prepare the ingredients.  Cook bacon in advance, drain it and chop it.   Chop or mince fresh garlic.  Shred the cheese.
    3. Do not overcook the asparagus. Roast the asparagus for no more than a total of 20 minutes.   Make sure the oven is preheated to 400 F. Add the cheese and cooked bacon only during the last 5 minutes.
    4. Storage.   Refrigerate this side dish in an air-tight container for up to 3 days. 
    5. How to reheat.  Reheat it briefly in the microwave oven to melt the cheese.  Or, bake it briefly in a regular oven right before serving.   

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Information
    Asparagus with Blue Cheese and Bacon
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    323
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    28
    g
    43
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    11
    g
    69
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    1
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    3
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    13
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    43
    mg
    14
    %
    Sodium
     
    656
    mg
    29
    %
    Potassium
     
    382
    mg
    11
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    7
    g
    2
    %
    Fiber
     
    2
    g
    8
    %
    Sugar
     
    2
    g
    2
    %
    Protein
     
    13
    g
    26
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    1125
    IU
    23
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    7
    mg
    8
    %
    Calcium
     
    212
    mg
    21
    %
    Iron
     
    3
    mg
    17
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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    Comments

    1. Linda Hansen

      November 27, 2022 at 7:47 pm

      I made this tonight. The "dry" ends were tough (yes, I cut off what felt hard prior to the roasting). Discovered that while I like blue cheese dressing I'm not a fan of the actual cheese. Overall it was good (although the cheese crumbles didn't melt in 5 minutes. I think it could have roasted an additional 5-10 minutes and it probably would have been terrific (just in my oven as ovens vary).

      Reply
      • Julia

        December 06, 2022 at 1:17 am

        Linda, thank you for trying the recipe and for the feedback! 🙂 Thicker stalks would roast longer. About blue cheese - try Gorgonzola cheese - it is usually milder than Blue cheese and you might like it better.

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    2. Abby

      April 15, 2022 at 6:15 pm

      I am not a fan of blue cheese, so made this with feta instead. It as absolutely delicious! And it is low carb! I will be making it for company 🙂
      Thank you!

      Reply
      • Julia

        April 24, 2022 at 7:26 pm

        Abby, you are very welcome! Feta cheese sounds delicious!

        Reply
    3. Wendy

      October 12, 2021 at 4:15 pm

      Love all things blue cheese! It goes well with asparagus - simple and delicious! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Julia

        October 23, 2021 at 3:37 pm

        You are very welcome! Glad you liked the recipe, and thank you for the 5-star review!

        Reply
      • Ann

        April 14, 2022 at 10:15 am

        Can you use a different type of cheese.

        Reply
        • Julia

          April 24, 2022 at 7:40 pm

          Yes, you can use Parmesan, Gruyere, or Feta - all will work well! Enjoy!

          Reply
    4. Cathy

      July 08, 2021 at 7:49 am

      What would be the best alternative for the blue cheese in this recipe?...I can't 'do' blue cheese - I just can't.
      Thanks

      Reply
      • Julia

        July 10, 2021 at 10:19 pm

        Cathy, you can use goat cheese or Cheddar cheese here. Also, try Asiago cheese or Gruyere. Here is a similar recipe with Gruyere cheese: Gruyere Cheese and Bacon Asparagus

        Reply

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