Easy Baked Salmon in Foil Packets
Whip up this flavor-packed baked salmon that's perfect for busy weeknights! Tender fillets wrapped in foil with a vibrant tomato-herb topping burst with fresh Mediterranean flavors. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's an effortless way to enjoy healthy, restaurant-quality seafood at home.
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 4 servings
- Nutritional Analysis Per Serving: Calories 300; Total Fat 18g; Saturated Fat 3g; Cholesterol 78mg; Sodium 213mg; Carbohydrates 5g; Dietary Fiber 1.5g; Protein 29g; Sugar 3g
- Total Time: 40 min
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- 4 salmon fillets (about 5 ounces each)
- 2 teaspoons olive oil plus an additional 2 tablespoons
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 3 tomatoes, chopped, or 1 (14-ounce) can of drained chopped tomatoes
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Brush the salmon with 2 teaspoons of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. In a medium bowl, mix the tomatoes, shallots, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, and additional salt and pepper to combine.
- Place each salmon fillet, oiled side down, on a sheet of foil. Fold the ends of the foil around the salmon to create a spiral shape. Spoon the tomato mixture over each fillet. Fold the sides of the foil over the salmon and tomato mixture fully, sealing the packets tightly. Arrange the foil packets on a sturdy large baking sheet.
- Bake the salmon until it is just cooked through, approximately 25 minutes. Use a large metal spatula to transfer the foil packets onto plates and serve immediately.
Imagine the aroma of lemon, herbs, and juicy tomatoes wafting from your ovenyour family will love this simple yet impressive dish!
