Savory Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus Dish

Ingredients

• 2 fillets salmon (about 6 ounces each)
• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon thinly sliced
• 1 to taste salt
• 1 to taste pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• as needed for garnish fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Cut two large pieces of aluminum foil, each about 12 inches long, and lay them on a baking sheet.
3. Place the trimmed asparagus in the center of each piece of foil. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and thyme. Toss to coat the asparagus evenly.
4. Lay a salmon fillet on top of the asparagus in each piece of foil. Season the salmon with salt, pepper, and paprika.
5. Evenly distribute the minced garlic on top of the salmon and lay the lemon slices over the fillets.
6. Fold the sides of the foil over the salmon and asparagus, then fold the ends to seal the packets tightly.
7. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the asparagus is tender.
8. Carefully unwrap the foil packets (steam will escape!), and serve the salmon and asparagus on plates.
9. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and added flavor.