Description
This Garlic Butter Baked Salmon in Foil recipe delivers flaky, tender salmon infused with rich garlic butter and bright lemon flavors. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is easy to prepare and clean up.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets, skin on or off (about 6 ounces each)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut four large pieces of aluminum foil, each large enough to wrap a salmon fillet. Place each piece of foil on a baking sheet. Place a salmon fillet in the center of each piece of foil.
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Evenly spread the garlic butter mixture over each salmon fillet. Ensure that each fillet is generously coated with the mixture to enhance the flavor. Place a few lemon slices on top of each salmon fillet.
- Fold the foil over each salmon fillet, creating a sealed packet. Ensure the edges are tightly sealed to trap the steam and flavors inside. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Carefully open the foil packets to avoid steam burns and serve!
Notes
- Use high-quality salmon for the best flavor.
- Soften the butter for easy mixing.
- Don’t overbake the salmon to prevent dryness.
- Add a splash of white wine for extra flavor.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like dill or chives.
- This can also be prepared on a grill for a smoky flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350 Kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
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