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Foil-Packet Baked Salmon with Lemon and Herbs

Foil-Packet Baked Salmon with Lemon and Herbs features tender, flaky fish infused with bright lemon, warm garlic, and aromatic oregano and thyme. A touch of brown sugar balances the citrus and savory notes, while parsley adds a fresh finish. It’s an elegant yet weeknight-friendly main course perfect for dinner with roasted vegetables or a light salad.

  • Prep20 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Foil-Packet Baked Salmon with Lemon and Herbs
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

  2. 2

    In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, brown sugar, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3

    Lay a large sheet of aluminum foil on a baking sheet and brush it with 1 teaspoon olive oil. Set the salmon, skin-side down, in the center of the foil. Drizzle it with the olive oil mixture.

  4. 4

    Fold the foil edges up over the salmon to form a packet, sealing the edges tightly.

  5. 5

    Bake in the preheated oven until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 20 to 25 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices.