Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus (Quick & Healthy)
This Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus is a healthy, easy-to-make dinner that comes together quickly with minimal cleanup. The foil packets lock in moisture and flavor, delivering tender salmon and crisp-tender asparagus every time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Total Time: 25–30 minutes
- Yield: 2–4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
- 2–4 salmon fillets
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes or 1 tsp Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut a large piece of foil for each salmon fillet. Place the salmon in the center of the foil and arrange asparagus next to it.
- Drizzle olive oil over the salmon and asparagus. Season with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Top with lemon slices and sprinkle with fresh herbs and optional red pepper flakes or Dijon mustard.
- Fold the foil into sealed packets and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Carefully open the packets (watch for steam) and serve hot with extra lemon, if desired.
Notes
- Swap asparagus for green beans, zucchini, or broccoli based on availability.
- Top salmon with a thin slice of butter for added richness.
- Add soy sauce or Dijon mustard for a flavor variation.
- Assemble packets ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with asparagus
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
