Description
Garlic Butter Grilled Salmon Foil Packets are a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender salmon with rich garlic butter and fresh veggies, all wrapped in a convenient foil packet. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering a gourmet experience in just 15 minutes with minimal cleanup. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it an instant favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut two large pieces of aluminum foil (about 12 inches each). Place one salmon fillet in the center of each piece.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter with minced garlic until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and herbs.
- Top each salmon fillet with zucchini slices and cherry tomatoes. Drizzle generously with garlic butter sauce.
- Fold the sides of the foil tightly to seal.
- Grill or bake for 10-12 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 packet (approximately 8 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 265mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Feel free to substitute salmon with chicken or other proteins like shrimp. - Experiment with seasonal vegetables such as asparagus or bell peppers for added variety. - Fresh herbs like basil or thyme can be used for different flavor profiles.