Description
Lemon Garlic Butter Baked Salmon in Foil is a mouthwatering dish that combines the richness of butter and garlic with zesty lemon, creating an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy-to-make recipe allows you to impress your guests with minimal effort. The foil wrapping ensures moist, flaky salmon while also making cleanup a breeze. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy this delightful meal that’s sure to please everyone’s palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (approximately 6 oz each)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Heavy-duty aluminum foil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, melt the butter in the microwave and mix in minced garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Cut two large rectangles of aluminum foil and place one salmon fillet on each.
- Drizzle half of the butter mixture over each fillet.
- Fold the foil around the salmon to create sealed packets.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Carefully open packets and serve garnished with extra parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 99mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 109mg