Description
Salmon En Papillote with Vegetables offers a delightful culinary experience, combining fresh salmon fillets and vibrant vegetables wrapped in parchment paper. This cooking method steams the ingredients, locking in moisture and flavors for a flavorful and healthy meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish is both visually stunning and easy to prepare, allowing you to customize it with seasonal produce. Unwrap each packet at the table for a dramatic presentation that will wow your family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup assorted vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, and carrots), chopped
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (dill or parsley)
- 2 lemon slices
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400?F (200?C).
- 2. Chop the assorted vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- 3. Cut two large sheets of parchment paper (12 inches long). Place a portion of vegetables on one side of each sheet.
- 4. Lay a salmon fillet on top of the vegetables, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- 5. Drizzle olive oil over the salmon and veggies, adding lemon slices and herbs.
- 6. Fold the parchment over to seal the packet and bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg