Salmon In Parchment Paper (Printable Recipe)
Baked salmon with honey lemon butter and veggies, all wrapped in parchment for easy cleanup and flavor-packed results.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Salmon
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4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
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1/2 tablespoon sea salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Honey Butter
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 medium lemon, half juiced and half sliced thinly
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Vegetables
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10 oz zucchini, cut into half moons (3/8 inch thick)
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1/2 large onion, sliced into thin half moons (1/4 inch thick)
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1 cup carrots, sliced thinly (1/4 inch thick)
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1/2 teaspoon sea salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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2 tablespoons fresh chives
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with sea salt and black pepper.
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In a small bowl, whisk melted butter, honey, juice from half the lemon, and minced garlic until combined.
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Combine zucchini, onion, and carrots in a large bowl with 1/3 of the honey butter, sea salt, and black pepper.
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Arrange vegetables on parchment paper, place salmon fillets on top, brush with honey butter, sprinkle chives, and top with lemon slices. Fold and seal the edges.
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Place sealed packets on a baking sheet and bake until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
# Extra Tips:
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For best texture, slice carrots very thin so they cook evenly with the salmon.
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If the butter mixture solidifies, reheat briefly to liquefy before use.
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Use a 12x12 inch parchment sheet for each serving to ensure a proper seal.
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For accuracy, check salmon internal temperature through parchment using a thermometer.