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Baked Salmon in Foil with Garlic Butter and Asparagus

A succulent baked salmon in foil featuring a thick pink fillet topped with glossy garlic butter and lemon, resting on a bed of roasted asparagus for a perfect, easy-cleanup one-pan meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Recipe Ingredients
  • 1.5 lbs Pink Salmon Fillet 680g, thick center-cut preferred
  • 1 lb Fresh Asparagus 450g, trimmed
  • 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter 56g, melted
  • 3 cloves Garlic 15g, minced
  • 2 slices Lemon Yellow round slices
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley 4g, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper 1g
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt 1g
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil 15ml

Equipment

  • 1 Heavy-Duty Aluminum Foil To create the packet
  • 1 Rimmed Baking Sheet
  • 1 Small saucepan To melt butter and brown garlic

Instructions
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  2. Place trimmed asparagus on the foil, drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and toss to coat.
The Sauce
  1. Melt butter in a saucepan, add minced garlic, and cook until it is lightly browned and aromatic.
Baking
  1. Place salmon on asparagus. Pour garlic butter over the fish and top with lemon slices.
  2. Seal the foil packet tightly and bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon is flaky.
  3. Open the packet and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and extra black pepper before serving.

Notes

Use heavy-duty foil to prevent leaks and ensure a tight steam seal.
Adjust baking time by 2-3 minutes depending on the thickness of your fillet.
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