Parchment Baked Salmon

Parchment Baked Salmon
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    285

Discover the art of perfectly steamed salmon with this simple yet elegant parchment-baked recipe. Infused with fresh basil and zesty lemon, this dish promises a tender, flavorful experience that's both effortless and impressive.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    6 g
  • Cholesterol
    50 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    25 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    48 mg
  • Fat
    7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Position an oven rack on the lowest setting. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Place the salmon fillet in the center of a large sheet of parchment paper. Season generously with salt and pepper. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Using a sharp knife, make two or three shallow slits across the top of the fillet. Stuff the slits with the chopped basil. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Lightly spray the salmon with olive oil cooking spray. Arrange the lemon slices artfully on top of the fillet. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Fold the parchment paper over the salmon, creating a tightly sealed packet by crimping the edges together. Ensure there are no gaps to allow steam to escape. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Transfer the sealed parchment packet to a baking sheet. (1 minute)

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Recipe View 25 mins Bake on the bottom rack of the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is opaque, with a slightly darker pink interior. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part should register at least 145 degrees F (65 degrees C). (25 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Carefully open the parchment packet, allowing the fragrant steam to escape. Remove the lemon slices before serving. (2 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a drizzle of white wine or a splash of soy sauce to the parchment packet before sealing.
Feel free to experiment with other herbs such as dill, thyme, or rosemary in place of, or in addition to, the basil.
Ensure the parchment paper is large enough to fully enclose the salmon without being too tight, allowing room for steam to circulate.
Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Delilah Hessel

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 95 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (7)
  • Luella Mueller

    I added a bit of garlic and it was even better!

  • Bud Satterfield

    My family loved this! Even my picky eater devoured it.

  • Alayna Rippin

    This recipe is so easy and the salmon comes out perfectly moist every time!

  • Xzavier Fritsch

    I love the tip about adding vegetables to the packet. It makes for a quick and healthy dinner.

  • Edwardo Glover

    The basil and lemon combination is fantastic! I've made this several times and it's always a hit.

  • Juston Moen

    The baking time was spot on. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing.

  • Friedrich Tremblay

    I tried it with foil since I was out of parchment paper and it worked just as well! Thanks for the tip.

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