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Salmon and Spring Veg in Parchment

Salmon and Spring Veg in Parchment for Effortless Spring Dining

Delight in Salmon and Spring Veg in Parchment, an effortless dish that celebrates the flavors of spring.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 packets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Packets
  • 4 fillets Salmon skinless, 6–8 oz each
  • 2 bulbs Fennel thinly sliced
  • 1 bunch Asparagus trimmed
For the Vinaigrette
  • 1 whole Lemon zested and juiced
  • 4 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
  • 2 cloves Garlic finely grated
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard or whole grain mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill or fresh parsley

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Parchment Paper
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, zest and juice one lemon and half from another, then set aside.
  3. Thinly slice another lemon, removing seeds, for the packets.
  4. Lay out large sheets of parchment, dividing lemon, fennel, and asparagus, and place a salmon fillet on top.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, sealing the packets tightly.
  6. Place on a baking sheet and bake for about 30 minutes, until salmon flakes easily.
  7. While salmon bakes, whisk in garlic, mustard, honey, and remaining olive oil into reserved lemon juice.
  8. Serve by opening packets and drizzling with lemon-dill vinaigrette.

Nutrition

Serving: 1packetCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Pair with a light salad or crusty bread for a complete meal.

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