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Oven Baked Salmon in Foil

Delicious Oven Baked Salmon in Foil for Easy Cleanup

Discover how to make Oven Baked Salmon in Foil, a quick and delicious weeknight dinner with easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Choose skin-on or skinless for omega-3s.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil for dairy-free.
For the Garlic Herb Sauce
  • 1 whole Lemon Use both zest and juice.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on dietary preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Black or white.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped; can use dried.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a large piece of aluminum foil.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley to create the garlic herb sauce.
  3. Place the salmon fillet on a baking sheet and pour the garlic herb sauce over it, coating it thoroughly.
  4. Wrap the salmon tightly in aluminum foil, ensuring there are no gaps.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes for fillets or 20 minutes for a whole piece until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  6. Let the salmon rest in the foil for 5 minutes before unwrapping.
  7. Carefully unwrap the foil and serve alongside your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 34gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 900mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider adding quick-cooking vegetables like asparagus or bell peppers to the foil for a complete meal.

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