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Published: July 9, 2018 Last Modified: March 14, 2019 By Sara 40 Comments

Salmon Foil Packets

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Salmon Foil Packets Recipe | Grilled Salmon | Salmon and Vegetables #salmon #grilling #asparagus #corn #dinner #dinneratthezoo

These salmon foil packets are fresh salmon fillets and vegetables coated in herb butter, then baked or grilled to perfection. An easy and healthy meal with minimal clean up!

One of my favorite ways to cook salmon is in foil, it seals in all the flavors and produces perfect results every time. For this recipe, salmon is combined with fresh corn, asparagus and peppers to make these colorful and delectable foil packets.

Salmon Foil Packets Recipe | Grilled Salmon | Salmon and Vegetables #salmon #grilling #asparagus #corn #dinner #dinneratthezoo Salmon Foil Packets Recipe | Grilled Salmon | Salmon and Vegetables #salmon #grilling #asparagus #corn #dinner #dinneratthezoo

Salmon foil packets that can be baked or grilled with seasoned salmon and fresh vegetables.

If you’re like me, you like quick dinners but don’t like sacrificing the taste. That’s why I love doing foil dinners like these salmon foil packets. They’re so easy because you just toss them together, throw them on the grill, and move on with your night until they’re finished. Easy and delicious, just how I like my dinner.

HOW DO YOU MAKE SALMON FOIL PACKETS?

Once you’ve got your grill heated and foil ready to go, bring out the fresh fillets of salmon. Add your veggies and salmon to the foil squares before mixing your butter and spices in a separate bowl. Drop spoonfuls of the aromatic butter mixture on top of the salmon and veggies in each foil square before grilling to perfection. Serve and enjoy a delicious seafood dinner without a fuss.

Raw salmon fillets with asparagus in foil.

You can use any summer vegetables you like for your salmon foil packets. I chose a summery combination of asparagus, fresh corn and red bell peppers. However, if you have other veggies on hand or just have another preference, go for it!

Other vegetable options that work well

  • Zucchini
  • Cherry tomatoes
  • Eggplant
  • Onions
  • Mushrooms

A salmon fillet topped with seasoned butter in a foil packet with vegetables.

The herb butter is softened butter mixed with garlic, lemon zest, parsley and fresh thyme. If you don’t want to use parsley and thyme, or don’t have them on hand, other great options are dill, chives or oregano.

A salmon foil packet with asparagus, corn and red bell pepper.

HOW DO YOU KNOW WHEN SALMON IS DONE?

Salmon doesn’t take a long time to cook like some other meats. One way to tell when salmon is done is checking to see if the layers of salmon easily flake. The salmon should also be opaque. You can always check the temperature as well.

WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF SALMON?

Salmon has a plethora of health benefits. Most know that salmon is high in omega-3 fatty acids but did you know it’s also high in protein, B vitamins, selenium, potassium, and antioxidants? Salmon is well known for being great as a diet food because of its low carb and calorie counts.

Salmon foil packets in herb butter with vegetables.

This grilled salmon is perfect as a light meal as is, or it can be served with bread, rice, or a green salad. If you don’t have a grill on hand to make these, you can cook your foil packets in the oven and they turn out just as delicious. Either way, you’ll love them and so will the family.

MORE SALMON RECIPES YOU’LL LOVE

  • Smoked Salmon Dip
  • Honey Garlic Salmon
  • Honey Mustard Salmon
  • Salmon Teriyaki
  • Salmon with Avocado Salsa
A salmon foil packet that can be baked or grilled with seasoned salmon and fresh vegetables.
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Salmon Foil Packets

These salmon foil packets are fresh salmon fillets and vegetables coated in herb butter, then baked or grilled to perfection. An easy and healthy meal with minimal clean up!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 439kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 4 salmon fillets 4-6 ounces each
  • 1/2 pound asparagus spears trimmed
  • 4 ears fresh corn kernels sliced off
  • 1 red bell pepper cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 4 tablespoons butter softened
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • cooking spray
  • lemon wedges and chopped parsley for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat a grill to medium heat or an oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Coat 4 large squares of foil with cooking spray.
  • Arrange the salmon, asparagus, corn and bell peppers in the center of the foil squares.
  • In a small bowl, mix together the butter, garlic, thyme, parsley, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
  • Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper to taste. Drop spoonfuls of the butter mixture over the salmon and vegetables.
  • Fold over the foil to seal the packets. Bake or grill for 15-20 minutes or until salmon is cooked through and vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Calories: 439kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 190mg | Potassium: 1253mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1945IU | Vitamin C: 47.9mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 3.2mg
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    Comments

    1. Jacqueline (Jackie) Thomas says

      October 19, 2021 at 4:30 am

      What temp in oven? Thank you

      Reply
      • Sara says

        October 19, 2021 at 1:42 pm

        400 degrees, the baking instructions are in the recipe card!

        Reply
    2. Mark Atherton says

      May 27, 2021 at 11:40 pm

      can this be baked rather than grilled?

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      • Sara says

        May 28, 2021 at 10:00 am

        Yes that will work fine!

        Reply
    3. Debbie says

      August 6, 2020 at 11:32 am

      I can find fresh thyme but not minced can I use fresh instead?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        August 6, 2020 at 4:17 pm

        The recipe calls for fresh thyme that has been minced into tiny pieces, so that is correct!

        Reply
    4. Nicole says

      June 16, 2020 at 5:55 am

      5 stars
      Can any of these recipes be made ahead and frozen?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        June 16, 2020 at 5:11 pm

        Yes that should be fine!

        Reply
    5. June says

      June 8, 2020 at 7:50 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy and so fun to eat out of the foil packets! Loved the easy clean up

      Reply
    6. Melinda says

      May 13, 2020 at 9:26 pm

      Found you from Meal Plan Addict, am excited to try these! We made them in foil pans for less leakage and froze them for either camping, or if lockdown persists they’ll be perfect to hit the grill when it’s too hot to cook indoors. The aromatic butter is amazing.

      Reply
    7. Karen Teeling says

      May 9, 2020 at 7:03 am

      I see in the comments one should thaw salmon foil packets in fridge before baking/grilling. but didn’t see any instructions about freezing

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      • Sara says

        May 9, 2020 at 7:31 pm

        You should follow the recipe as directed!

        Reply
    8. Dayna Spotts says

      January 19, 2020 at 7:53 am

      What’s your recommendation to quick thaw packets?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        January 19, 2020 at 8:06 pm

        It’s safest to thaw them in the refrigerator!

        Reply
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