Salmon en Papillote
(Serves 2)
Ingredients:
For the salmon
12 Oz Salmon filet, skin removed
2 Oz Asparagus, pencil thin and tough base removed
2 Oz Mushrooms, sliced
1 Small Onion, thinly sliced
½-1 tsp Teeny Tiny Spice blend of choice
Suggested blends: Hot Italian Spice, Seaside Spice, West African Curry
For the sauce
½ C 2% Fat cottage cheese
1 tsp Horseradish
1 tsp Apple cider vinegar
1 Tbs Fresh dill
½ tsp Teeny Tiny Spice blend (Use same one as used for the salmon)
1-2 Tbs Milk
Instructions:
For the Sauce
Combine cottage cheese, horseradish, vinegar, dill and spices in a small food processor or with a stick blender. Add milk, ½ Tbs at a time to reach desired thickness.
For the Salmon
Preheat oven to 400°F.
On a baking sheet, lay out a piece of parchment paper that covers the tray. Cut a second piece of parchment the same size and set that one aside.
Lay the asparagus in the center of the parchment on the baking sheet. Place the salmon on top of the asparagus then top that with the onions and mushrooms. Sprinkle ½ to 1 tsp spices on top.
Lay the second piece of parchment over the top of the first piece, matching up the edges. Going around the edge, roll the two pieces of parchment together to create a sealed paper envelope containing the salmon and vegetables.
Place in the preheated oven and bake for 18 minutes. Vegetables will be tender and the fish still moist. For more crunchy vegetables, bake for 14 minutes.
Remove from the oven, tear open the top piece of parchment being careful of any escaping steam and top with the sauce to serve.