Description
This Salmon, Asparagus, Lemon, and Herb Foil Pack recipe is a delicious and easy way to prepare a healthy and flavorful meal. The combination of fresh salmon, vibrant asparagus, zesty lemon, and aromatic herbs all cooked together in a foil packet makes for a simple yet impressive dish that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
Asparagus:
- 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed)
Other Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 lemon (thinly sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or ½ teaspoon dried)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Foil sheets for wrapping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare foil packets: Cut 4 large sheets of aluminum foil, each about 12 inches long. Place a salmon fillet in the center of each foil sheet. Divide the asparagus evenly among the packets and arrange beside the salmon.
- Season and wrap: Drizzle each fillet with olive oil and lemon juice. Sprinkle with garlic, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper. Top each with lemon slices. Fold the foil over the salmon and asparagus to create a sealed packet, crimping the edges to close tightly.
- Bake: Place the foil packs on a baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes until the salmon is cooked through.
- Serve: Carefully open the foil packs (watch for steam) and serve immediately.
Notes
- These foil packs can also be cooked on the grill over medium heat for 12–15 minutes.
- Serve with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful juices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Foil Pack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 foil pack
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
