Description
Salmon Foil Packets deliver a simple weeknight dinner solution that brings restaurant-quality taste straight to your kitchen. Fresh asparagus and perfectly seasoned salmon roast together, creating a delicious meal ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 skinless salmon fillets
Vegetables:
- 1 pound asparagus tips
Seasonings and Extras:
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- ⅓ cup lemon juice
- 4 garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
- ⅔ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Arrange a rack in the center of the oven and heat to precisely 400°F, ensuring your cooking space is ready for these delicate fish packets.
- Cut four 12″x18″ aluminum foil sheets, placing a single 6-ounce salmon fillet in the middle of each sheet with room for asparagus surrounding it.
- Chop 4 garlic cloves into fine, fragrant pieces and measure out ⅓ cup of melted butter, ⅓ cup of fresh lemon juice, and 2 teaspoons of parsley.
- Whisk the butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, and parsley together in a small bowl until the mixture looks smooth and well-combined.
- Drizzle 2-3 tablespoons of the sauce directly over each salmon fillet, ensuring every inch gets moistened with the aromatic liquid.
- Sprinkle 2-3 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese across the top of each fillet, letting the cheese distribute evenly.
- Carefully fold the foil edges upward, creating a sealed packet that traps steam and protects the fish during cooking.
- Transfer the foil packets onto a rimmed baking sheet and slide into the preheated oven for exactly 15-20 minutes.
- Check salmon’s doneness by gently pressing with a fork – it should flake easily and appear opaque throughout.
- Open the packets cautiously to prevent hot steam from escaping, then garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges before serving immediately.
Notes
- Opt for fresh, high-quality salmon with a bright color and firm texture for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of your salmon fillet, checking for doneness by ensuring the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- For a gluten-free version, replace Parmesan with nutritional yeast or omit the cheese entirely.
- If asparagus isn’t in season, swap with green beans or broccolini for a similar crisp, green vegetable experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 504 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 460 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg