Foil-Wrapped Baked Salmon

Gluten Free
Health score
24%
Foil-Wrapped Baked Salmon
45 min.
4
414kcal

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If you’re looking for a quick and healthful meal that will impress without much fuss, look no further than this Foil-Wrapped Baked Salmon. This delightful recipe offers the perfect blend of flavors and is gluten-free, making it a great option for various diets. Picture juicy salmon fillets enveloped in a savory medley of caramelized onions, zesty lemon, and rich brown sugar, all sealed in a foil packet. As it bakes in the oven, the salmon steams gently, preserving moisture and texture for a tender, flaky result.

Not only is this dish easy to prepare, but it also injects a touch of creativity into your cooking routine. The preparation takes just a few minutes, and after a quick 15 to 20 minutes in the oven, you’re left with a meal that feels gourmet yet feels effortless. With only four ingredients and the convenience of minimal cleanup, this Foil-Wrapped Baked Salmon is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to treat your loved ones to a delicious dinner.

Serve it alongside your favorite side dishes for a well-rounded meal that’s sure to please the whole family. With about 414 calories per serving and a balanced caloric breakdown favoring protein and healthy fats, this recipe supports both your taste buds and your health goals. Dive into this flavorful experience, and enjoy the delightful aroma as you unveil the packets—dinner is served!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.3 cup butter diced
  •  optional: lemon thinly sliced
  •  onion sliced
  • fillet salmon fillet 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Place each fillet on a piece of aluminum foil that has been sprayed with non-stick vegetable spray. Top fillets evenly with onion slices, diced butter, lemon slices and brown sugar. Fold over aluminum foil tightly to make packets; make several holes in top of packets with a fork to allow steam to escape. Arrange packets on an ungreased baking sheet.
  2. Bake at 375 degrees for 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories414kcal
Protein33.32%
Fat48.71%
Carbs17.97%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.63
Glycemic Load
1.02
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
25.645217283912%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
5.77mg
Hesperetin
7.53mg
Naringenin
0.15mg
Luteolin
0.52mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
5.89mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:414.2kcal
20.71%
Fat:22.39g
34.45%
Saturated Fat:8.98g
56.14%
Carbohydrates:18.58g
6.19%
Net Carbohydrates:17.36g
6.31%
Sugar:15.19g
16.87%
Cholesterol:124mg
41.33%
Sodium:171.52mg
7.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:34.46g
68.93%
Vitamin B12:5.43µg
90.5%
Selenium:62.6µg
89.43%
Vitamin B6:1.45mg
72.56%
Vitamin B3:13.44mg
67.21%
Vitamin B2:0.66mg
39.04%
Phosphorus:356.25mg
35.63%
Vitamin B5:2.95mg
29.48%
Vitamin B1:0.41mg
27.22%
Potassium:932.1mg
26.63%
Copper:0.45mg
22.61%
Vitamin C:16.34mg
19.81%
Magnesium:55.73mg
13.93%
Folate:51.26µg
12.81%
Iron:1.68mg
9.33%
Vitamin A:429.04IU
8.58%
Zinc:1.17mg
7.79%
Fiber:1.22g
4.89%
Calcium:48.56mg
4.86%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.98%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.5%
Vitamin K:1.1µg
1.05%
Source:My Recipes