Baked Salmon and Asparagus in Foil with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce Recipe
This Baked Salmon and Asparagus dish is wrapped in foil and drizzled with a mouth-watering garlic lemon butter sauce, making it a simple yet delicious meal perfect for any occasion.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds salmon fillet skinless
- 1 pound asparagus trimmed
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lay out a large sheet of foil and place the salmon in the center.
- Arrange the asparagus around the salmon.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the salmon and asparagus.
- Fold the sides of the foil over the salmon and asparagus, covering completely.
- Place the foil packet on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
- Carefully open the foil packet and top with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
This dish can be served with rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal. Customize the seasonings to taste for added flavor variations.