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Baked Salmon in Foil Packs with Asparagus

A quick and delightful dish combining flaky salmon and crisp asparagus, all wrapped in a convenient foil pack for easy cooking and cleanup.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each) Fresh salmon is preferred.
  • 1 bunch asparagus spears (trimmed) Choose firm asparagus.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 piece lemon (sliced) Adds flavor and freshness.
  • 2-3 cloves garlic (minced) Adjust according to taste.
  • Salt (to taste) To enhance flavor.
  • Pepper (to taste) Freshly cracked is best.
  • Fresh herbs (optional; such as dill or parsley for garnish) Use for added flavor and presentation.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut four pieces of aluminum foil, each about 12 inches long.
  3. Lay the trimmed asparagus on each piece of foil and drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Place a salmon fillet on top of the asparagus, then sprinkle with minced garlic and additional seasoning.
  5. Place lemon slices over the salmon fillets.
  6. Fold the sides of the foil around the salmon and asparagus to create a sealed pouch.
Cooking
  1. Arrange the foil packs on a baking sheet and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
  2. Carefully open the foil packs, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and plate up.

Notes

If you have leftovers, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to a month. To reheat, place the foil packet in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.