Asparagus Phyllo Wraps

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 3
Asparagus Phyllo Wraps recipe with vegan option
in Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 sheets phyllo pastry , thawed if frozen
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup vegan margarine
16 young asparagus spears , trimmed
salad leaves ( to garnish )
2 shallots , finely chopped
1 bay leaf
2/3 cup dry white wine
3/4 cup butter or 3/4 cup vegan margarine , softened
1 tablespoon chopped fresh herb
salt
fresh ground pepper
fresh chives , chopped , garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
170
Sugar
1g
Fat
14g
These Asparagus Phyllo Wraps are a perfect appetizer or light lunch option. They're crunchy and flaky on the outside and delicately flavored with asparagus on the inside. This dish can be made with regular butter or vegan margarine, depending on your dietary needs. The wraps are easy to assemble and bake quickly in the oven. They can be served hot or cold and make a healthy and delicious addition to any meal. These Asparagus Phyllo Wraps are perfect to impress your guests at parties or enjoy them as a light lunch with your family.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.Lay a sheet of phyllo pastry on a clean, dry surface.
3.Brush the surface of the pastry with melted butter or vegan margarine and fold it in half.
4.Cut the folded pastry in half and brush the surface with melted butter or vegan margarine.
5.Cut each half into four strips.
6.Place the trimmed asparagus spears in a large skillet, along with the shallots, bay leaf, dry white wine, and a pinch of salt. Cover the skillet and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the asparagus spears are tender.
7.Drain the asparagus and discard the bay leaf. Allow the asparagus to cool to room temperature.
8.Spread a tablespoon of softened butter or vegan margarine over each strip of phyllo pastry.
9.Place an asparagus spear at the bottom of each strip and roll the pastry around the asparagus spear until it is fully wrapped.
10.Place the wrapped asparagus on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the pastry is golden brown.
11.Serve hot, garnished with salad leaves and fresh chives.

PROS

These Asparagus Phyllo Wraps are crispy, flaky, and delicious.

They’re easy and quick to make, perfect for an appetizer or a light lunch with some salad.

CONS

Phyllo pastry is made with high-fat butter or margarine and has a high calorie count, so it’s important to eat these wraps in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Asparagus is a low-calorie vegetable that contains high levels of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A, C, and K, folate, and fiber.
The antioxidants in asparagus can help support healthy digestion, reduce inflammation, and boost immunity.
Phyllo pastry contains carbohydrates, which provide energy to the body.

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