Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce: Effortless Elegance on a Plate 🐟🍋
When it comes to healthy, flavorful dinners that impress without stress, baked salmon in foil is a go-to winner. This recipe combines tender, flaky salmon with fresh asparagus, all enveloped in foil to lock in moisture and infused with a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce that takes every bite to the next level.
Perfect for busy weeknights or a weekend dinner party, this foil-baked salmon is as simple to prepare as it is delicious — plus, cleanup is a breeze!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
🥄 Minimal prep and hands-off cooking
🐟 Salmon stays perfectly moist and tender
🥬 Asparagus cooks alongside for a complete meal
🍋 Bright, buttery lemon garlic sauce adds freshness and richness
🌿 Healthy, gluten-free, and packed with nutrients
Ingredients at a Glance
Salmon fillets (skin-on or off)
Fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
Butter
Garlic, minced
Fresh lemon juice and zest
Olive oil
Salt and pepper
Optional: fresh herbs like parsley or dill for garnish
How to Make Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus
1. Preheat and Prep
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare large pieces of aluminum foil for each salmon fillet.
2. Assemble the Foil Packets
Place a salmon fillet in the center of each foil sheet. Arrange asparagus spears beside the salmon. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
3. Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce
In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt butter. Stir in minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest.
4. Pour and Seal
Drizzle the lemon garlic butter sauce over the salmon and asparagus. Fold the foil to seal packets tightly, creating a steamy cooking environment inside.
5. Bake
Place the foil packets on a baking sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes, depending on thickness. Salmon should be opaque and easily flake with a fork.
6. Garnish and Serve
Carefully open the foil packets (watch for steam), garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve immediately.
Tips for Perfect Foil-Baked Salmon
Use fresh, firm salmon for the best texture and flavor.
Trim asparagus evenly for uniform cooking.
Don’t overcook — check salmon around 15 minutes.
For an extra touch, add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a dash of white wine before sealing the packets.
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