Parchment Salmon Packages with Asparagus

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 3
Parchment Salmon Packages with Asparagus for a healthy and flavorful meal
in Seafood

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons whole grain Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon soy sauce
Hot pepper sauce to taste
Salt and white pepper to taste
2 wild salmon fillets
8 slender asparagus spears , trimmed
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
4 lemon wedges for garnish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
423
Sugar
2g
Fat
31g
Parchment Salmon Packages with Asparagus are the perfect way to indulge in a healthy and flavorful meal. This dish is a complete meal, pairing omega-3 rich wild salmon fillets with tender asparagus spears. The mayonnaise-based sauce flavored with Dijon mustard, dill, and lemon zest brings out the freshness of the seafood. The parchment paper seals in the flavors of the food while keeping it moist and succulent. This recipe is easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
2.In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, dill, tarragon, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, soy sauce, hot sauce, salt, and white pepper.
3.Cut a large piece of parchment paper and fold it in half. Unfold it and place it on a baking sheet.
4.Place two salmon fillets side by side on the center of one half of the parchment paper. Arrange four asparagus spears next to each salmon fillet.
5.Season the salmon and asparagus with salt and pepper. Spoon the mayonnaise mixture over the salmon.
6.Fold the other half of the parchment paper over the salmon and asparagus. Starting at one end, fold the edges together in a small, tight fold. Continue folding and tucking the edges together to form a half-moon-shaped package.
7.Brush the package lightly with vegetable oil.
8.Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the salmon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.
9.Serve the packages hot, garnished with lemon wedges.

PROS

This low-calorie meal is rich in protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and nutrients like vitamin B12 and vitamin D.

The salmon and asparagus are cooked together in a parchment package which locks in the flavor and nutrients of the food.

CONS

The parchment package needs to be folded carefully to seal properly or else the juices may leak out during cooking.

The recipe requires fresh salmon which may be expensive or hard to find.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Salmon is loaded with omega-3 fatty acids that promote heart health, improve brain function, and may reduce the risk of cancer.
Asparagus is a great source of vitamins, minerals and fiber that support healthy digestion, lower blood pressure, and boost the immune system.

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