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Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Sauce recipe on a rustic wooden table.

Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Sauce

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 381
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 6-oz salmon fillets
  • 1 lb asparagus trimmed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon zested and juiced
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  2. Place four sheets of foil on a baking sheet.
  3. Divide asparagus among foil sheets; top with salmon and tomatoes.
  4. Whisk oil, garlic, lemon juice/zest, mustard, and parsley. Pour over salmon.
  5. Seal foil packets tightly.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes.
  7. Optional: Broil for 2 minutes for color. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Asparagus Prep: Snap off the woody ends by hand; they naturally break at the point where the stalk becomes tender.
  • Foil Choice: Use heavy-duty aluminum foil to prevent tearing. If using standard foil, double-layer the bottom to avoid leaking.
  • Doneness Test: Salmon is ready when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F or when the thickest part flakes easily with a fork.
  • Citrus Tip: Always zest the lemon before juicing it. It’s nearly impossible to zest a squeezed lemon!
  • Parchment Option: If you prefer not to cook directly on aluminum, place a small square of parchment paper inside the foil before adding ingredients.
  • Vegetable Swap: For thicker vegetables like broccoli or potatoes, par-boil them for 3–5 minutes before adding to the packet to ensure they cook through.
  • Serving: Pour the liquid remaining in the foil packet over the fish before serving; it is a concentrated lemon-garlic "jus" packed with flavor.