Baked Honey Cilantro Lime Salmon in Foil
Baked Honey Cilantro Lime Salmon in Foil is a delightful and healthy dish that brings together the zesty flavors of lime, honey, and cilantro with tender salmon fillets. This quick recipe takes just 30 minutes from prep to plate, making it perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests at dinner parties. The foil method locks in moisture, ensuring each bite is juicy and full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large salmon fillet (about 1.5 lbs)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup butter, melted
- Juice of 2 limes (plus 1 lime, thinly sliced)
- 4 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ⅓ cup cilantro, roughly chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with greased foil and place the salmon on top. Season with salt and pepper, and tuck lime slices underneath.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, lime juice, honey, and minced garlic. Pour this mixture over the salmon.
- Fold the sides of the foil up over the salmon to create a packet (it doesn't need to be completely sealed).
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through, then broil for an additional 5 minutes for a crispy top. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 299
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 83mg