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Baked Salmon in Foil

Baked Salmon in Foil is an easy light dinner that is full of delicious flavor. You will love making salmon this fool proof way.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fish recipe, healthy
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 347kcal
Author: Lisa Longley

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 8 ounces salmon 680 grams (if buying frozen, thaw for 8 hours in the refrigerator)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter 56.5 grams (melted)
  • 1/4 cup fresh flat leaf parsley (6.25 grams) minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Place heavy duty aluminum foil on a baking sheet.
  • Place the thawed salmon on the foil.
    1 pound 8 ounces salmon
  • In a bowl mix together the melted butter, 2 tablespoons parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour over the salmon.
    1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1/4 cup fresh flat leaf parsley, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Fold the foil in on itself to create a pouch around the salmon, rolling up the ends so that it is completely sealed.
  • Bake for 14 to 16 minutes or until the salmon registers 125 degrees Fahrenheit with an instant read thermometer (for medium rare).
  • Open up the foil, garnish with the remaining parsley, cut and serve.

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Nutrition

Calories: 347kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 124mg | Sodium: 951mg | Potassium: 869mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 672IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 2mg