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Easy Lemon Dill Baked Salmon Packets

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A quick and healthy baked salmon recipe featuring fresh lemon and dill, cooked in foil packets for tender, flaky, and flavorful results with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each; skin on or off)
  • 1 large fresh lemon, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: thinly sliced red onion or shallots
  • Optional: capers
  • Optional: fresh thyme or parsley sprigs for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Cut out four large squares of aluminum foil or parchment paper, about 12×12 inches (30×30 cm).
  3. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Place each salmon fillet in the center of a foil square.
  5. Brush each fillet generously with the olive oil mixture.
  6. Top each fillet with a couple of thin lemon slices and a sprinkle of fresh dill. Add optional red onion or capers if desired.
  7. Fold the foil over the salmon and crimp the edges tightly to seal the packets.
  8. Place the packets on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes, depending on fillet thickness, until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  9. Carefully open the packets to avoid hot steam. If needed, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  10. Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh dill or a squeeze of lemon juice.

Notes

Seal the foil packets tightly to trap steam and keep salmon moist. Let salmon sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before baking for even cooking. Check salmon early to avoid overcooking. Optional veggies like thinly sliced zucchini or cherry tomatoes can be added inside packets for a one-dish meal. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheat gently.

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