Description
Indulge in the succulent flavors of Lemon Garlic Butter Baked Salmon in Foil—a simple yet elegant dish perfect for any occasion. This recipe features tender salmon fillets enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce, brightened with fresh lemon juice and herbs. Cooking it in foil locks in moisture, ensuring every bite is juicy and flavorful. Enjoy this delightful meal that transforms weeknight dinners into a gourmet experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Heavy-duty aluminum foil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Tear off a large piece of aluminum foil and place it on a baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and chopped parsley. Whisk until blended.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the foil and pour half of the garlic butter sauce over them.
- Top each fillet with lemon slices.
- Fold the sides of the foil around the salmon to create a sealed packet.
- 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 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg