This Healthy, easy, and delicious Baked Salmon in Foil recipe is a must-have for your weeknight dinners! Baked salmon is one of the most popular fish dishes, and while pan-searing or grilling is always an option, the simplicity of a foil packet can’t be beaten.
Cooking salmon in foil allows the juices and flavors from other ingredients to accumulate, making the whole dish even tastier. This recipe is so easy that even inexperienced chefs can try it! With just a few minutes of prep, you can enjoy fresh, healthy fish in only 30 minutes. Over the years, we’ve found that everyone loves this recipe, and your home will smell amazing while it cooks!
Baked Salmon: The Recipe
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 30 mins
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs boneless salmon (at room temperature)
- 2 small lemons, divided
- 5 sprigs of fresh rosemary
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, chopped
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- Chopped fresh herbs: basil, dill, parsley, thyme, or green onion (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 370°F and line a baking dish with aluminum foil.
- Coat the foil with cooking spray and place 2 sprigs of rosemary in the center of the dish.
- Thinly slice the lemon and arrange the slices on top of the rosemary. Place the salmon on top and drizzle with olive oil.
- Season with salt, pepper, and garlic. Place the remaining lemon slices and rosemary over the salmon.
- Juice one lemon and pour the juice over the salmon.
- Fold the foil around the salmon, leaving a bit of space for air circulation.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon.
- Once done, carefully open the foil and change the oven setting to broil. Return the fish to the oven and cook for an additional 3 minutes, or until the top is slightly golden.
- Cut the salmon into slices and sprinkle with additional fresh herbs before serving!
Tips & Tricks:
- For a change, you can use parchment paper instead of foil.
- Cooking time may vary based on the thickness and size of the salmon piece.
- Baked salmon can be stored in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days.
- For reheating, use the microwave on low power for 2-3 minutes to avoid drying out the salmon.
- If your foil isn’t large enough, place a second piece on top and fold the edges together.
Is Baking Salmon in Foil Safe?
Contrary to popular belief, cooking salmon in aluminum foil is completely safe. People have been baking salmon this way for thousands of years! The foil helps retain moisture and provides a crispier texture while allowing the fish to cook slowly and evenly. So, don’t hesitate to bake your salmon in foil!
Health Benefits of Salmon:
Salmon is loaded with essential vitamins and minerals, including Omega-3 fatty acids. A 3 oz serving of cooked salmon can provide nearly 50% of your daily value of selenium, a powerful antioxidant that helps protect our cells from free radical damage. Regularly eating salmon can help you look and feel youthful!
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