Description
Lemon Garlic Butter Baked Salmon in Foil is a delightful dish that elevates any meal with its bright flavors and tender texture. The salmon is enveloped in a savory garlic butter sauce, infused with fresh lemon juice and parsley, all while being perfectly baked in foil to lock in moisture. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, making it a staple in your culinary repertoire. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or grains for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Aluminum foil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cut two large sheets of aluminum foil.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until golden (1-2 minutes). Remove from heat and mix in lemon juice, zest, and parsley.
- Place each salmon fillet on its own piece of foil. Drizzle with the butter mixture and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Fold the foil around the salmon to create sealed packets.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg