How to Make Grilled Salmon in Foil - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled salmon is a delicious and healthy option for a quick and easy dinner. It's a great dish for entertaining or for a simple weeknight meal. One of the best ways to grill salmon is by using foil packets, which helps to lock in the flavor and moisture of the fish. This grilled salmon in foil recipe is a simple and foolproof way to cook tender and flavorful salmon every time.

Salmon is a popular fish that is rich in omega-3 fatty acids and protein, making it a nutritious choice for ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • 2 (1 pound) fillets salmon fillets, cut in half
  • aluminum foil
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon liquid smoke, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Mix brown sugar, sea salt, lemon-pepper seasoning, and seasoned salt together in a container. Coat halved salmon fillets with seasoning mixture. Place salmon on 2 to 4 aluminum foil sheets; drizzle with olive oil and liquid smoke. Fold the tops of pieces of foil together, leaving the sides open. Tent the foil for heat circulation.
  • Place foil packets on the preheated grill and cook until salmon is easily flaked with a fork, 15 to 25 minutes, opening foil during the last 5 minutes to lightly brown.
  • Nutrition

    465 cal.

    • Total Fat: 25g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 56mg
    • Sodium: 458mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Total Sugars: 40g
    • Protein: 20g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 51mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 401mg