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To make baked salmon in foil, you need simple, fresh ingredients. Start with 2 salmon fillets weighing about 6 oz each. Next, grab 1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed to fit your foil. For flavor, you'll use 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 3 cloves of garlic minced, and the zest and juice of 1 lemon. Don’t forget salt and pepper to taste. For extra flavor, add 1 teaspoon of dried dill or fresh sprigs. Lastly, have 1 teaspoon of paprika and 1 tablespoon of butter, cut into small pieces. This is a great baked salmon recipe that’s easy to prepare.

Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Sauce 🍋🐟

Looking for a quick and delicious dinner? Try this Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Flavorful Sauce! This easy recipe combines tender salmon, crisp asparagus, and a zesty lemon garlic sauce that everyone will love. Discover the simple steps to preparing this mouthwatering dish and impress your family with a nutritious meal. Click through to find the full recipe and get cooking today!
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Ingredients
  

2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)

1 bunch asparagus, trimmed

2 tablespoons olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 lemon (zested and juiced)

Salt and pepper to taste

1 teaspoon dried dill (or fresh dill sprigs)

1 teaspoon paprika

1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

    Prepare the Foil: Cut two large pieces of aluminum foil, approximately 12x18 inches, and place them on a baking sheet.

      Season the Asparagus: In a bowl, toss the trimmed asparagus with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper.

        Make the Lemon Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, dill, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. This will be your flavorful sauce.

          Assemble the Foil Packets: On the center of each piece of foil, place a salmon fillet. Surround it with an equal amount of asparagus.

            Add the Sauce: Drizzle half of the lemon garlic sauce over each salmon fillet and asparagus. Place a few small pieces of butter on top of each fillet.

              Seal the Packets: Fold the edges of the foil over to create a sealed packet. Ensure there is some space inside for the steam to circulate.

                Bake the Salmon: Place the foil packets on the baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon fillets. The salmon should flake easily with a fork when fully cooked.

                  Serve: Carefully open the foil packets (beware of steam) and transfer the salmon and asparagus to plates. Drizzle any remaining garlic sauce over the top.

                    - Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes | Servings: 2

                      - Presentation Tips: Serve the salmon and asparagus directly in the open foil, garnished with additional lemon slices and fresh dill for a colorful touch.