10 Irresistible Salmon Recipes Baked in Foil with Healthy Garlic Butter
Looking for a quick healthy and flavorful way to enjoy salmon? Baking salmon in foil locks in moisture while infusing it with rich aromatic garlic butter—without the guilt! These 10 foolproof recipes deliver restaurant-quality meals in under 30 minutes making weeknight dinners effortless and delicious.
Why Bake Salmon in Foil with Garlic Butter?
- Locks in moisture: Foil prevents dryness ensuring tender flaky fish.
- Easy cleanup: No messy pans—just toss the foil when done!
- Healthier than frying: Uses minimal oil while maximizing flavor.
- Customizable: Swap herbs veggies or spices to suit your taste.
Pro Tip: Always use fresh salmon for the best texture and flavor. If frozen thaw it overnight in the fridge.
1. Classic Garlic Butter Salmon in Foil
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp healthy butter (or ghee)
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl mix melted butter garlic lemon juice parsley paprika salt and pepper.
- Place each salmon fillet on a foil sheet and spoon garlic butter over them.
- Fold foil into a packet sealing edges tightly.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes then broil for 2 minutes for a golden finish.
- Garnish with lemon slices and serve.
Pro Tip: For extra flavor add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan before baking.
2. Lemon-Dill Garlic Butter Salmon
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- 1 lemon (zested + juiced)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Mix olive oil garlic dill lemon zest juice salt and pepper.
- Brush mixture over salmon and wrap in foil.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes.
- Open foil and broil for 1-2 minutes for crispiness.
3. Spicy Honey Garlic Butter Salmon
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
Instructions:
- Whisk butter garlic honey chili flakes and soy sauce.
- Coat salmon with the mixture and seal in foil.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes.
Pro Tip: Drizzle extra sauce after baking for a glossy finish.
4. Mediterranean Herb Salmon
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp thyme
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives
Instructions:
- Mix butter garlic oregano and thyme.
- Place salmon on foil top with tomatoes and olives then drizzle with butter mix.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18 minutes.
5. Garlic Butter Salmon with Asparagus
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt & pepper
Instructions:
- Arrange asparagus on foil place salmon on top.
- Drizzle with garlic butter and lemon juice.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18 minutes.
6. Creamy Garlic Butter Salmon with Spinach
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- ½ cup coconut cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt & pepper
Instructions:
- Sauté garlic in butter add spinach until wilted.
- Stir in coconut cream then pour over salmon.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes.
7. Garlic Butter Salmon with Zucchini & Bell Peppers
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 zucchini sliced
- 1 bell pepper sliced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions:
- Toss veggies with garlic butter and seasoning.
- Place salmon on top seal in foil.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes.
8. Garlic Butter Salmon with Mushrooms
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 cup mushrooms sliced
- 1 tbsp thyme
Instructions:
- Sauté mushrooms in garlic butter.
- Place salmon on foil top with mushrooms.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes.
9. Garlic Butter Salmon with Broccoli
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions:
- Toss broccoli with garlic butter and red pepper flakes.
- Place salmon on top wrap in foil.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18 minutes.
10. Garlic Butter Salmon with Cauliflower Rice
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 cups cauliflower rice
- 1 tbsp parsley
Instructions:
- Sauté cauliflower rice in garlic butter.
- Place salmon on top seal in foil.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes.
Final Thoughts
These healthy garlic butter salmon recipes prove that eating well doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor. Whether you prefer spicy herby or veggie-packed there’s a foil-baked salmon dish for every palate. Minimal prep maximum taste—perfect for busy weeknights!
