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Salmon Foil Packets with Pineapple and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce

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These Salmon Foil Packets with Pineapple and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce are an easy, healthy, and flavorful meal. The salmon is perfectly tender, infused with citrus and buttery garlic flavors, and topped with juicy pineapple for a sweet and savory balance. Cooked in foil, this dish is great for the oven, grill, or even a campfire!

Ingredients

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For the Salmon & Vegetables:

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 ½ cups fresh pineapple, diced
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

For the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat & Prepare Foil Packets

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) or heat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Cut 4 large sheets of aluminum foil (about 12 inches each).

Step 2: Assemble the Packets

  1. Place a salmon fillet in the center of each foil sheet.
  2. Divide zucchini, bell pepper, red onion, and pineapple evenly among the packets.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Step 3: Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, honey, and parsley.
  2. Spoon the sauce evenly over each salmon fillet and vegetables.

Step 4: Seal & Cook

  1. Fold the foil over the salmon and crimp the edges tightly to form a sealed packet.
  2. For the oven: Place packets on a baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes.
  3. For the grill: Cook packets over direct heat for 12–15 minutes.
  4. Carefully open packets (watch out for steam!) and serve immediately.

Step 5: Garnish & Serve

  1. Garnish with extra parsley and serve with rice, quinoa, or a fresh salad.

Notes

  • Swap the Pineapple: Use mango or orange slices for a different fruity twist.
  • Low-Carb Option: Serve with cauliflower rice instead of grains.
  • Make it Dairy-Free: Use olive oil instead of butter.
  • Storage: Refrigerate cooked packets for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes.

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