Description
A simple and flavorful oven-baked salmon wrapped in foil to lock in moisture and enhance tenderness. This method creates a juicy, flaky fish infused with garlic, lemon, and herbs—perfect for a quick, healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
🛒 Ingredients (for 4 servings):
For the Salmon:
4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each, with or without skin)
2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika (optional)
For Flavor Variations (optional):
1 tablespoon soy sauce (for oven baked salmon in foil soy sauce style)
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon fresh parsley or dill, chopped (for garlic herb baked salmon in foil)
Instructions
📝 Instructions:
Step 1: Preheat Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
Step 2: Prepare the Foil Packets
Place each salmon fillet in the center of a foil sheet. Drizzle with olive oil or butter. Add garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and paprika. Top with lemon slices and herbs if using.
Step 3: Seal the Foil
Fold the foil over the salmon and seal tightly to create a packet, ensuring no juices can escape.
Step 4: Bake
Place foil packets on the baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness. The salmon should flake easily with a fork.
Step 5: Serve
Carefully open the foil (watch for steam) and serve immediately with your favorite sides like vegetables, rice, or salad.
Notes
- Use skin-on salmon if you prefer extra flavor—oven baked salmon in foil with skin helps retain moisture.
- For a richer taste, try salmon baked in foil with lemon and butter instead of olive oil.
- Adjust baked salmon in foil temp and time based on thickness—thicker cuts may need up to 18 minutes.
- For a healthier option, skip butter and use olive oil with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven Baked / Foil Packet
- Cuisine: American / Mediterranean