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Oven Baked Salmon In Foil

Tender, flaky salmon baked in a garlic-lemon foil packet for an easy, flavorful weeknight dinner.
Prep Time1 minute
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time26 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pound salmon (whole fillet or 4 smaller fillets)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
  • Rinse the salmon under cold water and pat dry with paper towels; place on a large sheet of aluminum foil set on a baking sheet.
  • In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and fresh lemon juice.
  • Spoon the garlic-lemon mixture evenly over the salmon to coat the surface.
  • Fold the foil up and over the salmon, then fold and seal the edges to make a tight packet.
  • Bake the foil-wrapped salmon on the baking sheet in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, until cooked through and flaky.
  • Carefully open the foil packet and transfer the salmon to plates to serve immediately.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Aluminum Foil
  • small bowl
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • tongs or spatula

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2–3 days.
  • Let cooled salmon fully cool before freezing in a freezer-safe container for up to three months.
  • Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave in 30-second intervals until warm.