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Baked Salmon with Asparagus and Potatoes in Foil

5 from 24 votes

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  • Check the asparagus in a foil packet in the oven after 20 minutes. When the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F, it's ready.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    • Nutrition

    Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 124mg | Sodium: 466mg | Potassium: 1592mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1278IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 5mg

    The provided nutrition information is automatically calculated. Accuracy is not guaranteed.

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    This Baked Salmon With Asparagus and Potatoes In Foil is an easy one-pan dinner perfect for busy weeknights. The salmon is steamed in individual packets for 25 minutes with lemon garlic butter until juicy and tender.

    If you like this recipe, make my Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Shrimp with Asparagus next!

    Oven Roasted salmon in a foil packet with asparagus and potatoes, garnished with a slice of lemon.

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    This salmon with asparagus is one of my all-time favorite easy dinner recipes. If you have extra asparagus, you can make Instant Pot Asparagus Soup with it!

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    Why You'll Love This Salmon And Asparagus In Foil

    Recipe Ingredients

    Gather the following ingredients to make these baked salmon asparagus foil packs.

    Ingredients for baked salmon with asparagus placed on a wooden table in a baking sheet.

    See the printable recipe card below for exact measurements and a complete list of ingredients.

    How To Make Lemon Garlic Butter Baked Salmon With Asparagus And Potatoes

    Step-By-Step Instructions

    1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F.
    2. Lay out four large pieces of aluminum foil. Break the woody ends of the asparagus spears and divide evenly on foil.
    3. Place a salmon fillet on top of the asparagus and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
    4. Add a tablespoon of butter on top of each fillet, and divide the minced garlic between the salmon parcels.
    5. Divide potatoes evenly around the salmon.
    6. Squeeze the juice from half a lemon over each fillet and place a lemon slice on top.
    A salmon fillet placed on top of five asparagus spears on a large piece of aluminum foil.
    Butter, garlic, potatoes, and a lemon slice placed on the salmon on the foil square.
    1. Fold the foil over the salmon tightly, using a drugstore fold, and seal the edges tightly. Place salmon foil packets on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the salmon is cooked and the potatoes are tender.
    The salmon parcel being sealed up inside aluminum foil.
    The salmon parcel sealed up tightly in aluminum foil.
    1. Carefully open the foil packets, garnish with fresh dill or fresh parsley, and serve immediately. Enjoy!
    Three salmon packets opened up after baking to reveal perfectly cooked salmon and vegetables inside.

    Expert Tips

    Variations

    What to Serve sith Garlic Butter Salmon and Asparagus

    My favorite side dishes to serve with this baked salmon recipe are Panera Cucumber Tomato Salad or Creamy Old-Fashioned Cucumber Salad.

    It also goes great with Instant Pot Jasmine Rice, cauliflower rice, or chickpea salad.

    I also like to serve it with my Soft Air Buns or Biscuits With No Milk.

    A perfectly cooked salmon fillet on top of asparagus and potatoes, topped with a slice of lemon.

    Storage Tips

    Refrigerator: Store leftover salmon filets, potatoes, and asparagus in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

    Freezer: The potatoes and asparagus will not freeze well, but you can freeze the salmon for up to 2 months.

    Reheating: Wrap salmon in a foil packet with olive oil or butter and reheat in the oven at 300°F for about 15 minutes. You can also heat in the microwave on low power in a microwave-safe dish for a few minutes.

    Read How Long Does Salmon Last In The Fridge for more storage tips.

    Recipe FAQs

    Do you flip salmon in foil?

    No, you do not flip the salmon as the steam within the packet cooks the top and bottom at the same time.

    How do you keep salmon from sticking to foil in the oven?

    Brush the foil with a thin layer of olive oil where you'll place the salmon to prevent sticking.

    How do you not overcook salmon in the oven?

    Use a meat thermometer to check the salmon after 20 minutes. It's done when it reaches 145 degrees F in the thickest part.

    How do I know when my garlic butter roasted salmon with potatoes and asparagus is done in the oven?

    The salmon should flake easily with a fork, and the potatoes should be tender when pierced with a fork.

    A salmon fillet topped with a lemon slice, sitting on top of asparagus spears and potato chunks.

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    Oven Roasted salmon in a foil packet with asparagus and potatoes, garnished with a slice of lemon.
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    5 from 24 votes

    Salmon with Asparagus and Potatoes in Foil

    This Baked Salmon With Asparagus and Potatoes In Foil is an easy one-pan dinner perfect for busy weeknights. The salmon is steamed in individual packets for 25 minutes with lemon garlic butter until juicy and tender.
    Prep Time15 minutes
    Cook Time25 minutes
    Total Time40 minutes
    Course: All Recipes, Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 464kcal
    Author: Jeri Walker

    Ingredients

    • 4 salmon fillets, skin removed 5-6 ounces each
    • 1 bunch asparagus
    • 1 pound potatoes cut in bite-sized chunks
    • 4 tablespoons butter
    • 4 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 large lemon
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • fresh dill or parsley for garnish optional

    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 400°F.
    • Lay out four large pieces of aluminum foil. Break the woody ends of the asparagus spears and divide evenly on foil. Place a salmon fillet on top of the asparagus and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Divide potatoes evenly around the salmon.
    • Divide the butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice from half the lemon evenly among each packet. Place a lemon slice on top of each fillet.
    • Fold the foil over the salmon, sealing the edges tightly.
    • Place the foil packets on a baking sheet, place in the oven, and bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, until the salmon is cooked and the vegetables are tender.
    • Carefully open the foil packets and serve immediately. Enjoy!

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    Notes

    • Remove the skin from the salmon before placing it in the foil packet.
    • If your potatoes are large, parboil in a pot of boiling water for 8 minutes, then drain and rinse with cold water.
    • Seal the foil packets tightly so the ingredients steam properly. If there is any gap, steam will get out, and they will cook slower.
    • If your oven has hot spots or cooks unevenly, rotate the pan halfway through the cooking time.
    • Check the asparagus in a foil packet in the oven after 20 minutes. When the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F, it's ready.
    • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 464kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 124mg | Sodium: 466mg | Potassium: 1592mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1278IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 78mg | Iron: 5mg

    The provided nutrition information is automatically calculated. Accuracy is not guaranteed.

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    About Jeri Walker

    Jeri Walker is a recipe developer, food photographer, and recipe writer. She creates easy, flavor-packed recipes for the smoker, air fryer, and busy home kitchens that are designed to work every time. Her recipes and grilling expertise have been featured on MSN, FoodTalk, The Kitchn, Trivet Recipes, and more. When she’s not testing new recipes, she’s usually behind the camera or planning what to cook next.

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