Lemon Parmesan Salmon & Asparagus Foil Packs
Lemon Parmesan Salmon & Asparagus Foil Packs provide 14g protein and 202 calories per serving in a minimal-prep format. Cooks 4 servings on the stovetop in under 20 minutes, ideal for busy training days when cleanup matters as much as nutrition. A lighter dinner option that works well as a side protein when combined with higher-calorie starches.
Ingredients
- •Salmon
- •Asparagus(454g)
- •Unsalted Butter(80g)
- •Lemon Juice, Fresh(80g)
- •Garlic(15g)
- •Parsley, Fresh(10g)
- •1 pinch salt (to season)
- •1 pinch pepper (to season)
- •Parmesan Cheese(160g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
- •1 pinch parsley (to garnish)
- •Lemon
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven or barbecue (grill) following instructions below.
- 2Place each salmon fillet in the centre of one 12x18-inch heavy-duty aluminium foil piece. Divide the asparagus into 4 equal portions and arrange next to the salmon on each foil piece.
- 3In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, lemon juice, garlic and parsley. Pour the garlic/butter mixture evenly over each piece of salmon and asparagus; season with salt and pepper to taste, and top each pack with the parmesan cheese (about 2-3 tablespoons per pack).
- 4Tent with foil, tightly sealing the edges to prevent the butter being leaked, to create a foil packet.
- 5Bake in preheated oven to 200°C | 400°F for 15 minutes, or until cooked to desired doneness.For a crispy top, broil for 1-2 minutes extra until Cheese is golden.
- 6Grill, covered on medium high heat for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked to desired doneness.OPTIONAL: For a crispy top, broil for 1-2 minutes extra until Cheese is golden.
- 7Serve with fresh lemon wedges and garnish with extra parsley.
Nutrition — Per Serving
202
calories
14g
protein
28g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 13g
- Saturated fat
- 6.2g
- Sodium
- 728 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.6g
4 servings per batch · ~200g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Lemon Parmesan Salmon & Asparagus Foil Packs have per serving?
Each serving provides 14g of protein and 202 calories with 28g fat and 13g carbs. The higher fat content comes from salmon's omega-3 rich profile.
How long does Lemon Parmesan Salmon & Asparagus Foil Packs take to prep?
This recipe has quick prep time and yields 4 servings cooked in foil packs on the stovetop. The foil pack method allows you to batch-prep dinners with minimal active cooking time.
Is Lemon Parmesan Salmon & Asparagus Foil Packs good for fat loss?
At 202 calories per serving, this recipe works for fat loss phases when you need lower-calorie, nutrient-dense options. While the 28g fat is higher, it's comprised of healthy fats from salmon that support overall health during a deficit.
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