Steamed Salmon And Asparagus In Parchment Recipe

Name: Steamed Salmon And Asparagus In Parchment
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs tiny new potatoes; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets; 1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces; 4 scallions, trimmed and sliced; 4 tablespoons fresh tarragon leaves; 1 tablespoon virgin olive oil; 2 lemons, halved

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs tiny new potatoes
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets
1 lb asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
4 scallions, trimmed and sliced
4 tablespoons fresh tarragon leaves
1 tablespoon virgin olive oil
2 lemons, halved

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1. Preheat oven to 400u00b0F.
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2. Place a piece of parchment paper on a 13-by-12-inch baking sheet. Put the potatoes on the sheet and season with 1 teaspoon of the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper. Distribute the butter over the potatoes. Roast in top of oven for 45 to 50 minutes or until done.
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3. Meanwhile, lay out 4 sheets of parchment (at least 13 by 13 inches) and place 1 fillet on each. Top with the asparagus, scallions, and tarragon. Drizzle with the oil and season with the remaining salt and pepper. Top each fillet with a lemon half, after first squeezing on the juice. Pull the sides of the paper over each fillet, folding several times to seal. Fold and twist the ends to form rectangular parcels. Place them on a sheet pan.
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4. Bake on lower rack of over for 20 to 25 minutes while the potatoes finish cooking. Place a salmon parcel on each plate and cut open. Serve with the potatoes.
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Tip.
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Although it's not quite as attractive for presentation, you can use aluminum foil in place of the parchment paper.
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Nutritional Information.
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Calcium 79mg; Calories 541; Calories From Fat 46%; Carbohydrate 33g; Cholesterol 115mg; Fat 28g; Fiber 5g; Iron 3mg; Protein 39mg; Sat Fat 8g; Sodium 686mg.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs tiny new potatoes, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Steamed Salmon And Asparagus In Parchment falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Steamed Salmon And Asparagus In Parchment

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