Description
Baked Salmon in Foil is a simple yet impressive dish that showcases the delightful combination of lemon, garlic, and butter. The salmon is enveloped in foil, ensuring it remains moist and tender while baking, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This flavorful recipe is not only quick to prepare but also offers easy cleanup, making it ideal for busy cooks. Serve it alongside grains or fresh vegetables for a nutritious meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pound salmon fillet (skin on)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 whole lemon (sliced)
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Pat the salmon dry and place it skin-side down in the center of the foil. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together melted butter, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Brush this mixture over the salmon.
- Arrange lemon slices on top of the salmon and seal the foil around it tightly to create a packet.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches about 115°F. Then open the foil and broil for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through to 145°F.
- Let rest for 3 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (113g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg