Description
Foil-packed grilled salmon is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of summer grilling. This easy recipe features fresh salmon fillets enveloped with colorful veggies, aromatic herbs, and zesty lemon, all cooked to perfection on the grill. With minimal prep and cleanup, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or backyard barbecues. Enjoy succulent bites of salmon bursting with flavor while creating lasting memories with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced thinly
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Cut two large pieces of aluminum foil (12×12 inches) and lay them flat.
- Place one salmon fillet at the center of each piece of foil. Surround with zucchini slices and cherry tomatoes.
- Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Top with dill or parsley and lemon slices. Drizzle olive oil over the top.
- Fold the edges of the foil tightly to seal packets, leaving some space for heat circulation.
- Grill packets for 15-20 minutes until salmon is cooked through (145°F internal temperature).
- Carefully unwrap packets and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 packet (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg