Grilled Bacon-Asparagus Skewers

Add a little wow factor to weeknight dinners with these delicious Grilled Bacon-Asparagus Skewers! You can't go wrong with bacon, and when paired with asparagus, this low-carb item makes a great side dish.

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Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American BBQ

Keyword: asparagus, bacon, grilled bacon-asparagus skewers, skewers

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Servings: People

Calories: 265kcal

Ingredients

1 bunch asparagus spears (large asparagus)
1 package uncooked bacon, regular thickness (12 plus slices)
10 wooden skewers
1/3 tablespoons olive oil
2 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano or dried herb of choice
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

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Wash and blot dry asparagus spears. Follow trimming instructions in notes section.
Cut spears into thirds, about 2 " long and equal-sized
Combine olive oil, vinegar, garlic, soy sauce, oregano, and black pepper in a large bowl. Toss asparagus pieces to coat. Set aside. Cut bacon slices into thirds
Preheat grill for medium heat or 350 degrees F.
Thread 2 pieces of asparagus onto the skewer, then fold bacon into a weaving pattern and slide onto the skewer. Repeat process on each skewer, where there are 6 asparagus pieces and 3 pieces of bacon per skewer. Refer to the recipe picture image for guidance.
Place onto grill and cook for 10 minutes, turning a few times during the cooking process. Watch for flare-ups and adjust heat accordingly.
Once bacon has cooked through and has a nice brown color, remove skewers from the heat and place them onto a serving platter.
Serve as a side dish or with your favorite dipping sauce.
Store leftover skewers in an air tight container in refrigerator for 3 days after preparation.
Reheat in a skillet until warmed through.

Notes

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How to Trim Asparagus:

One of the most asked questions I receive from readers is how to trim asparagus. It's simple, really, and once you get the hang of it, it will go by quickly!
Look for firm asparagus. Anything that feels too soft is nearing its expiration date and should be discarded.
Choose a sturdy, medium-sized stalk and hold it toward the center and the broader end.
Gently bend that area until it snaps and breaks off.
Now lay it down next to the remaining stalks, and cut them all to that size.
If you plan to use smaller pieces for skewers, cut them into thirds or 2" pieces.

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