Description
A delicious and easy recipe for salmon baked in parchment with bright citrus flavors and buttery richness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets, skin-on
- 2 lemons, sliced
- 2 oranges, sliced
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Fresh dill, to taste
- Fresh parsley, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Optional: thinly sliced bell peppers, asparagus, or summer squash
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cut out enough parchment paper to create a pocket for each salmon fillet.
- Place each fillet in the middle of a parchment sheet, skin-side down.
- Sprinkle salt and pepper generously over the salmon.
- Add a thick pat of butter on top of each fillet, followed by slices of lemon and orange.
- Top with your choice of fresh herbs.
- Fold the parchment paper over the salmon, sealing the edges tightly.
- Place the packets on a baking sheet and bake for about 15-20 minutes.
- Open the packets carefully, letting steam escape. Serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure that you don’t overcook the salmon; it should flake easily but remain moist. Rest the fish for a few minutes after baking for optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: salmon, citrus, parchment, healthy dinner, easy recipe, seafood