BAKED SALMON IN FOIL WITH ASPARAGUS AND LEMON GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE

PREP TIME: 12 MINS | COOK TIME: 10 MINS | YIELD: 2 servings

This salmon in foil is one of the best salmon recipes. The flaky salmon with asparagus in a “dreamy” lemon garlic butter sauce makes an amazing meal for the entire family. Serve this with cauliflower rice or some roasted veggies on the side for an easy and quick dinner. This also pairs well with some country bread to soak up all the mouthwatering cooking juices.

INGREDIENTS :

• 4 tsp minced garlic (4 cloves)
• 2 salmon fillets
• 2 tbsp vegetable broth or chicken broth
• 1 tbsp of your favorite hot sauce (we used Sriracha)
• 2 tbsp fresh chopped parsley or cilantro
• 3-4 tbsp butter, diced into small cubes (or ghee)
• 1 pound (450 grams) medium-thick asparagus, woody ends trimmed
• 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, or to taste
• Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS :

Step 1: Prepare the oven. Preheat it to 425 degrees F or 220 degrees C. Cut 2 sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil to 14 x 12-inch (35x30cm). On the countertop, lay them separately.

Step 2: Place the sauce ingredients (broth, lemon juice, and hot sauce) in a small bowl. Whisk well until blended.

Step 3: Season with salt and pepper on both sides of the salmon fillets and divide them between the aluminium foil near the middle. To one side of the salmon, place the trimmed asparagus, tailing the long direction of the foil.

Step 4: Adjust the salt and pepper as desired and sprinkle the garlic on top of the salmon. Then, generously drizzle the salmon fillets and asparagus with the garlic butter sauce.

Step 5: Evenly among the foil packets, divide the pieces of butter, making sure to layer them over the salmon and asparagus. Next, start wrapping the salmon foil packets in and crimp the edges. Wrap the ends, but do not wrap too tight. You want some extra space inside so the heat can circulate.

Step 6: To a baking sheet, transfer the salmon foil packs. Place in the preheated oven (sealed side upward) and bake for about 9 to 12 minutes or until the salmon is completely cooked.

Step 7: Remove from the oven when done. Unwrap the baked salmon carefully and drizzle with more lemon juice. Serve right away garnished with some fresh parsley or cilantro and a slice of lemon. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts:

Energy 853.05 cal, Fat 49.99 g, Protein 85.08 g, Carbs 15.39 g, Saturated Fat 19.16 g, Polyunsat Fat 11.12 g, Monounsat Fat 15.4 g, Sugar 5.98 g, Cholesterol 282.3 mg, Sodium 473.48 mg, Potassium 2564.49 mg, Fiber 5.64 g