Parchment-wrapped Salmon (en Papillote)
featured in 4 Ways To Cook Salmon
Cooking salmon in parchment paper is a fool proof method for getting juicy, tender salmon every time. The salmon steams in its own juices and is flavored with thyme and lemon for a light and delicious main.
Tasty Team
May 04, 2023
97% would make again
Under 30 minutes

Under 30 minutes
Ingredients
for 1 serving
- 6 oz skinless salmon fillet (170 g)
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- olive oil, as needed
- 1 lemon, sliced
- fresh thyme, to taste
Special Equipment
- parchment paper, or aluminum foil
Nutrition Info
- Calories 624
- Fat 49g
- Carbs 11g
- Fiber 3g
- Sugar 3g
- Protein 34g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
- Fold the parchment paper in half, then open up.
- Lay down the salmon. Drizzle oil and sprinkle salt and pepper. Lay lemon slices and thyme on top of the salmon.
- Fold the parchment paper over the salmon, and cinch the paper together by folding it over itself along the edges.
- Bake for 13-15 minutes or until internal temperature of salmon reaches 145˚F (65˚C).
- Enjoy!
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