Fish Fillets in Parchment with Asparagus Orange
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and healthy recipe for Fish Fillets in Parchment with Asparagus Orange. Tender fish fillets are paired with crisp asparagus spears and infused with a zesty orange marinade made from fresh orange juice, zest, olive oil, garlic, and thyme. Baked to perfection in parchment paper packets, this cooking technique locks in moisture and flavor while making cleanup a breeze. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this dish delivers elegance and nourishment, perfect for impressing dinner guests or treating yourself to a gourmet experience. Serve these aromatic parchment packets directly at the table for a stunning, steam-filled presentation that highlights the bright citrus and herbaceous notes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Fish fillets (such as cod, halibut, or tilapia)
- 16 pieces Asparagus spears
- 1 whole Orange (zested and juiced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Parchment paper sheets
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Trim the woody ends off the asparagus spears. Rinse the asparagus and pat dry with a paper towel.
Cut 4 large sheets of parchment paper, roughly 12x16 inches each, and lay them flat on a clean workspace.
Place one fish fillet in the center of each parchment sheet.
Divide the asparagus evenly among the parchment sheets, arranging 4 spears next to each fish fillet.
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, orange zest, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Drizzle an equal amount of the orange mixture over each fish fillet and asparagus bundle.
Fold each parchment sheet into a packet by bringing the two long edges together at the top and folding them down tightly several times. Then fold in the other two edges underneath the packet to seal completely.
Place the parchment packets on a baking sheet and transfer to the oven.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Carefully remove the packets from the oven and let them rest for 2 minutes before opening (be cautious of steam).
Serve the fish and asparagus still in their parchment packets for a dramatic presentation, or transfer to plates. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.2 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2602 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 82.2 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1852 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
