Description
Baked Salmon in Foil is a delightful and nutritious dish that showcases the vibrant flavors of lemon, garlic, and butter. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures perfectly moist and flaky salmon that will impress your family or guests at any dinner occasion.
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 for garnish)
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 the salmon with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, lemon juice, and minced garlic.
- Brush the mixture over the salmon and layer lemon slices on top.
- Wrap the foil tightly around the salmon to create a sealed packet.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches about 115°F.
- Broil for an additional 3-4 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Let it rest for about 3 minutes before serving; garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg