Baked Salmon with Asparagus

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 22 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 pound (450g) salmon fillets

• 1 lb (450g) medium-thick asparagus, woody ends trimmed

• 2 tablespoons vegetable or chicken broth

• 1 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus more for serving

• 1 tablespoon hot sauce (e.g., Sriracha)

• 4 teaspoons minced garlic (about 4 cloves)

• 3-4 tablespoons butter, diced into small cubes

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro

• Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Foil: Preheat your oven to 425ºF (220ºC). Cut two sheets of heavy-duty aluminum foil, each about 14 by 12 inches.

2. Season Ingredients: In a small bowl, mix broth, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Season salmon fillets on both sides with salt and pepper. Place each fillet in the center of a foil sheet and arrange asparagus alongside.

3. Add Seasonings and Butter: Sprinkle minced garlic over salmon and asparagus. Drizzle the broth mixture over the top. Evenly distribute butter cubes on the salmon and asparagus.

4. Wrap Foil Packets: Fold the foil over the salmon and asparagus, crimping edges to seal while leaving space inside for heat circulation. Place packets on a baking sheet, sealed side up.

5. Bake: Cook in the preheated oven for about 9-12 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through.

6. Serve: Carefully open the foil packets, drizzle with additional lemon juice, and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro and a lemon slice.

Enjoy a deliciously moist and flavorful salmon meal with minimal cleanup!

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 300 kcal

• Protein: 34 g

• Fat: 15 g

• Saturated Fat: 3 g

• Carbohydrates: 8 g

• Fiber: 3 g

• Sugars: 3 g

• Sodium: 200 mg