Honey Garlic Salmon Baked in Foil

Honey Garlic Baked  Salmon in Foil — Sweet and tangy flavors shine in this bright seafood dinner. A whole salmon fillet coated in honey mustard garlic sauce gets baked in foil and broiled to a flaky finish. Easy, delicious, and nourishing, this baked honey garlic salmon is dinner perfection in just 25 minutes. You’re going to love this baked salmon recipe!

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Ingredients list for the Honey Garlic Baked Salmon in Foil

• 1 pound (450g) salmon fillet
• 1/2 cup (125ml) honey ( for non-low-carb, keto diet)
• 4 cloves garlic, minced or crushed through a garlic press
• 1/2 cup whole-grain Dijon mustard
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Coarse salt and black pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, for garnish
• 1 lemon, sliced, for garnish

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Directions

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1. To make the baked honey garlic salmon: Position a rack in the middle of your oven. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with a large piece of foil to fold over and seal to create a packet.

2. In a bowl, combine honey, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, oil, paprika, red pepper flakes, Cayenne pepper and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine and set aside.

3. Place the salmon onto the lined baking sheet. Pour the honey mustard mixture over the salmon, and spread evenly over the fish. Sprinkle with a good amount of salt and cracked pepper. Fold the sides of the foil over the salmon to cover and completely seal the packet closed so the sauce does not leak.

4. Bake salmon in foil until cooked through, about 10-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fish and your preference of doneness. Carefully open the foil, and broil under the broiler for 2-3 minutes on medium heat to caramelize the top of salmon. Garnish the baked honey garlic salmon with cilantro and serve immediately with lemon slices. Enjoy!

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Tips for the Honey Garlic Baked Salmon in Foil

• In general, it is better to not overcook salmon fillets. If you like the salmon edges a bit crispy, just open the foil pack and broil the salmon in the oven for 2 minutes at the end of cooking.
• If aluminum foil is a concern for you, you can use parchment paper to make the salmon foil pack. Another way to do it is to line the foil with parchment paper, the foil will ensure the salmon packet is well sealed.
• Make sure to taste the sauce and adjust the ingredients to your taste. Some people can find it a little too much lemony for instance. The recipe makes a good amount of sauce, you can keep some and reduce it in a saucepan for another use.
• Skip honey if you’re on a low-carb or Keto diet.

What type of salmon is best for baked salmon?

Any of these types of salmon will work with this baked salmon recipe: Atlantic Salmon, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Pink Salmon, Sockeye Salmon, or King Salmon. Overall, wild-caught salmon (not farmed) is always better if you have the choice.

What to serve with the honey garlic baked salmon in foil?

A side of cauliflower rice or roasted vegetables will be perfect for this salmon recipe. If you’re not on a keto diet, a good slice of country bread will soak up the delicious cooking juices of this easy baked salmon in foil.

How and how long to store the salmon leftovers

This baked salmon will keep for up to 3 days in the refrigerator, stored in an airtight container. Reheat in the microwave or oven. You might add a tablespoon of water to loosen the sauce.

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