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Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce

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Baked Salmon Foil Packets with Asparagus and Parmesan

This simple oven-baked salmon recipe combines tender salmon fillets, fresh asparagus, bright lemon, garlic, butter, and a finishing touch of Parmesan. Everything cooks together in foil packets, helping the fish stay juicy while the vegetables absorb all the delicious flavor.

Ingredients

  • 4 skinless salmon fillets
  • 1 pound (454 g) asparagus tips
  • 1/3 cup (75 g) melted butter
  • 1/3 cup (125 ml) lemon juice
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2/3 cup (65 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Extra parsley and lemon wedges, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Lay out four sheets of aluminum foil, each about 12 x 18 inches (30 x 45 cm).

    Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce

  3. Place one salmon fillet in the middle of each foil sheet.

  4. Divide the asparagus into four equal portions and arrange them around the salmon.

  5. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.

  6. Spoon the butter mixture evenly over the salmon and asparagus.

  7. Season everything with salt and pepper, then sprinkle 2 to 3 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese over each portion.

  8. Fold the foil over the salmon and asparagus, sealing the edges tightly to create secure packets.

  9. Bake until the salmon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.

To Serve

Open the foil packets carefully and garnish with extra parsley and lemon wedges before serving.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Easy cleanup thanks to foil packet cooking
  • Fresh, zesty flavor from lemon and garlic
  • Perfectly tender salmon with minimal effort
  • A great choice for a quick and satisfying healthy dinner