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.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 20 min
- Yield
- 2 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 3 tablespoons butter (softened )
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 2 5 oz 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
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). In a small bowl, combine softened butter, lemon zest, and thyme leaves. Add the salmon to the mixture and season with ground black pepper and garlic salt. Set aside.
- 2
Cut the parchment paper into two 12"x18" (30 x 47 cm) rectangles. Divide the vegetables into two equal parts and evenly distribute them on the parchment paper. Then, add the salmon fillet and pour the remaining butter mixture on top. Place the red pepper slices over the salmon.
- 3
Fold the sides to the center and wrap the edges to seal. Transfer the parcels to a baking tray and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.