Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce 🍣🍋
(recipe below)
**Ingredients:**
– 4 (6 oz) salmon fillets
– 1 lb asparagus, trimmed
– 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 lemon, sliced
– 1 tsp dried thyme (or 1 tbsp fresh thyme)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
– Aluminum foil
**Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the Foil Packets:**
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut four large pieces of aluminum foil (about 12×14 inches each). In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2. **Assemble the Salmon Packets:**
Place one salmon fillet in the center of each piece of foil. Arrange asparagus around the salmon fillets. Drizzle the lemon garlic butter sauce evenly over the salmon and asparagus. Place a couple of lemon slices on top of each salmon fillet.
3. **Seal the Packets:**
Fold the sides of the foil over the salmon and asparagus, then fold the ends to create a sealed packet. Make sure it’s tightly sealed to trap the steam.
4. **Bake the Salmon:**
Place the foil packets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon. The salmon should be opaque and flake easily with a fork.
5. **Serve:**
Carefully open the foil packets (watch out for steam) and transfer the salmon and asparagus to plates. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve with extra lemon wedges on the side.
**Prep Time:** 10 minutes | **Cook Time:** 15-20 minutes | **Servings:** 4
Enjoy this healthy and delicious Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce, a perfect meal for any night of the week! 🍣🍋