Here’s a simple, flavorful way to make Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce—perfect for an easy weeknight or a fancy dinner:
Ingredients (serves 2–3)
- 2 salmon fillets (6–8 oz each)
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare foil packets
- Tear two large sheets of foil.
- Place a salmon fillet in the center of each sheet.
- Arrange asparagus around the salmon.
- Make the sauce
- Mix melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small bowl.
- Season and pour
- Sprinkle salmon and asparagus with salt and pepper.
- Pour lemon garlic butter sauce evenly over the salmon.
- Seal and bake
- Fold the foil over the salmon and asparagus to create a sealed packet.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve
- Carefully open foil packets (steam will escape!).
- Garnish with fresh parsley and an extra lemon wedge, if desired.
💡 Tips for Perfect Salmon
- Thicker fillets may need a few extra minutes; thinner fillets cook faster.
- Let salmon rest for a couple of minutes before serving for juicier results.
- Optional: drizzle a little extra melted butter over the top for richness.
If you want, I can give a shortcut version for one-pan baking with minimal cleanup—still juicy salmon, still flavorful. Do you want me to do that?
