Thyme Butter Salmon Parcels
Easy and quick Thyme Butter Salmon Parcels recipe brings a mouthwatering meal to the table in less than 30 minutes. It's buttery, flavorful, and utterly delicious with flaky salmon and healthy vegetables all served at in one plate.
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 483kcal
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter softened
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 5 oz each (150 grams each) salmon fillets skin on
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper to taste
- 1/3 teaspoon garlic salt to taste
- 1 zucchini thinly sliced
- 1 red onion thinly sliced
- 1/2 bunch asparagus trim the steam and cut in halves
- 2 red peppers sliced
- 1 lemon cut into wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).
- Combine softened butter, lemon zest and thyme leaves in a small bowl. Add salmon to the mixture and season with ground black pepper and garlic salt. Set aside.
- Cut the parchment paper into two 12"x18" (30 x 47) rectangles. Divide all the vegetables into two equal parts and evenly place them on the parchment paper. Then, add the salmon fillet and pour the rest of the butter mixer on top. Place red pepper slices on top.
- Fold the sides to the center and wrap the edges to seal. Transfer the parcels to the baking tray and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the fish is cooked. Sever immediately with lemon wedges.
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Notes
Recipe Source: Taste
Tips:
- Soften the butter before combining it with lemon zest and fresh thyme leaves to create a smooth mixture.
- Seasoning the salmon with garlic salt and ground black pepper which helps bring out the flavor of the fish and balance the richness of the butter.
- Seal the parcels tightly to prevent the juice from leaking out and cook the salmon evenly.
Nutrition
Serving: 2people | Calories: 483kcal | Carbohydrates: 15.4g | Protein: 40.8g | Fat: 29.3g | Saturated Fat: 13.7g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 430mg | Fiber: 4.7g | Sugar: 8.4g