Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce

Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce

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Indulge in a healthy yet flavorful dish with this Baked Salmon in Foil recipe. Perfectly cooked salmon, tender asparagus, and a rich garlic lemon butter sauce combine for a delightful dinner that’s both easy to prepare and impressive enough for special occasions. The foil packet method ensures that all the flavors are sealed in, creating a moist and flavorful meal every time.

Ingredients:

  • For the Salmon and Asparagus:
    • 2 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
    • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
    • Salt and pepper, to taste
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • Lemon slices, for garnish
  • For the Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce:
    • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 3 cloves garlic, minced
    • Juice of 1 lemon
    • Zest of 1 lemon
    • 1 teaspoon dried parsley (or fresh, if available)
    • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the Foil Packets:
    • Cut two large pieces of aluminum foil, about 12 inches long.
    • Place the salmon fillets in the center of each piece of foil.
    • Arrange the asparagus around the salmon.
  3. Season the Salmon and Asparagus:
    • Drizzle olive oil over the salmon and asparagus.
    • Season generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Make the Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce:
    • In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
    • Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant (do not let it brown).
    • Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and parsley.
    • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Assemble the Foil Packets:
    • Spoon the garlic lemon butter sauce over the salmon and asparagus.
    • Fold the foil over the salmon and asparagus to create a sealed packet, ensuring that no steam escapes.
  6. Bake:
    • Place the foil packets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the asparagus is tender.
  7. Serve:
    • Carefully open the foil packets (watch for steam!) and transfer the salmon and asparagus to plates.
    • Drizzle any remaining garlic lemon butter sauce from the foil over the top.
    • Garnish with lemon slices and enjoy!

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