Salmon and Asparagus in Foil
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and wholesome *Salmon and Asparagus in Foil* recipe! Featuring tender salmon fillets and crisp asparagus spears, drizzled with fragrant olive oil, zesty lemon juice, and a sprinkle of savory Italian seasoning, this dish combines fresh, bold flavors in a simple, stress-free package. Wrapped in aluminum foil and baked to perfection, the salmon stays juicy while the asparagus absorbs all the aromatic layers of garlic, lemon, and herbs. With just 10 minutes of prep and minimal cleanup, this oven-baked foil packet recipe is perfect for busy nights or healthy meal prep. Serve straight from the foil for a rustic presentation or plate it up with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color. A nutritious, low-carb, and protein-packed meal that’s as easy to make as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets
- 1 pound Asparagus
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 1 whole Lemon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Trim and rinse the asparagus, then pat dry. Cut off the woody ends, leaving the tender spears.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Cut the lemon in half. Juice one half and thinly slice the other half into rounds.
Place four large sheets of aluminum foil (about 12 inches each) on a clean work surface.
Lightly grease the center of each foil piece with a bit of the olive oil to prevent sticking.
Divide the asparagus spears evenly and place them in the center of each piece of foil.
Lay one salmon fillet over the asparagus on each foil sheet.
Drizzle each salmon fillet and asparagus portion with 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice.
Sprinkle each salmon fillet with minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and dried Italian seasoning.
Top each salmon fillet with a thin lemon slice for added flavor.
Fold the sides of the aluminum foil over the salmon and asparagus, sealing all edges tightly to create a packet.
Place the foil packets on a baking sheet and transfer them to the preheated oven.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork, and asparagus is tender.
Carefully open the foil packets to release steam. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Serve the salmon and asparagus directly from the foil packets or transfer to plates. Enjoy your meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1297 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.8 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2773 mg | 121% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 115.4 g | 231% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1045 mg | 22% | |
*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.
