Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce

Ingredients:

For the Salmon:

– 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
– Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Asparagus:

– 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
– Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce:

– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 lemons, juiced (about 2 tbsp)
– 1 tsp Dijon mustard
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare the Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together butter, garlic, lemon juice, mustard, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Assemble the Foil Packets: Cut four 12×12-inch pieces of aluminum foil. Place a salmon fillet in the center of each foil piece. Arrange 3-4 asparagus spears alongside the salmon. Brush the Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce evenly over the salmon and asparagus.
4. Seal and Bake: Fold the foil over the salmon and asparagus, creating a packet. Seal the edges by folding them over twice. Place the packets on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
5. Serve: Remove the salmon and asparagus from the foil packets. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Information (per serving):

– Calories: 360
– Protein: 35g
– Fat: 20g
– Saturated fat: 10g
– Cholesterol: 60mg
– Carbohydrates: 5g
– Fiber: 2g
– Sugar: 1g
– Sodium: 250mg

Note: Nutrition estimates may vary depending on specific ingredients and portion sizes.