Baked Honey Cilantro Lime Salmon in Foil
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
299 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Honey Cilantro Lime Salmon in Foil
Description
Baked Honey Cilantro Lime Salmon in Foil features a whole salmon fillet seasoned with salt, pepper, and thinly sliced lime underneath. It is coated in a buttery mixture blended with lime juice, honey, and minced garlic before being wrapped loosely in foil. Baking at 350°F steams the fish in the flavorful butter and citrus sauce, followed by a brief broil to enhance the surface texture. The final garnish of roughly chopped cilantro adds brightness and color.
The salmon’s texture after baking is moist and tender, enriched by the combination of butter and honey that create a subtle sweet-savory glaze. The lime juice balances the richness with acidity, and the fresh garlic infuses gentle pungency.
This salmon works well as a main dish alongside simple sides like steamed rice or a salad. The foil cooking minimizes cleanup and helps retain the fish’s moisture even if slightly overbaked. Adjusting butter quantity allows for a lighter or richer finish depending on preference.
Don’t worry about the size of salmon fillet; this recipe is flexible with portion size ranging from one large piece to multiple smaller fillets. Reducing butter is an option for lighter taste without losing the overall cooking effect.
Ingredients
- 1 large salmon see note, fillet
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- ½ cup butter melted (see note)
- lime juice plus one lime, thinly sliced, juice of 2 limes
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced
- ⅓ cup cilantro roughly chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line and grease a large baking sheet with foil. Lay salmon on foil and season with salt and pepper on both sides to taste. Slip lime slices underneath the salmon.
- Stir together butter, lime juice, honey, and garlic. Pour mixture over salmon. Fold sides of foil up over the salmon (don't worry if it doesn't cover the salmon completely).
- Bake for 15-20 minutes. Switch oven to broil and cook another 5 minutes. Sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top and serve.
Notes
- The recipe works for various salmon fillet sizes, from one large fillet to several smaller ones, ensuring flexibility in servings.
- For a lighter option, reduce melted butter from ½ cup to 4 tablespoons, balancing richness and moisture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 299 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 299kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 96mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 97mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 877mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 161IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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