Salmon Fillets in Foil (Filetti di Salmone al Cartoccio)
Category: Main Courses
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Salmon fillets | 800g |
| Red onions | 2 |
| Taggiasca olives | 24 |
| Cherry tomatoes | 5 |
| Parsley | 1 bunch |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 4 tbsp |
| Sea salt | to taste |
| Black pepper | to taste |
Instructions:
- Prep the Salmon: Begin by carefully removing any bones from the salmon fillets using a kitchen tweezer.
- Slice the Vegetables: Peel and finely slice the red onions. Cut the cherry tomatoes into thin rounds.
- Prepare the Foil and Parchment Paper: Lay out 4 sheets of aluminum foil on your work surface. Place a sheet of parchment paper on top of each piece of foil.
- Layer the Vegetables: Take one sheet of parchment paper and place a generous amount of sliced onions in the center. Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt to season.
- Add the Salmon: Place one salmon fillet on top of the onions. Season the fillet with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
- Top with Olives and Oil: Scatter 6 Taggiasca olives on top of the salmon and drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil for extra flavor.
- Wrap the Foil: Carefully fold the edges of the parchment paper over the salmon, sealing it tightly. Follow this by folding the aluminum foil around the parchment to create a secure parcel.
- Repeat for Remaining Fillets: Repeat steps 4 through 7 with the remaining 3 fillets of salmon.
- Bake the Salmon: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the foil parcels on a baking tray and transfer them to the oven. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flaky.
- Garnish and Serve: Once the salmon fillets are ready, carefully open the parcels, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 22g
- Carbs: 7g
- Protein: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
These delicious and fragrant Salmon Fillets in Foil are an easy, healthy, and flavorful dish, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The combination of red onions, cherry tomatoes, olives, and fresh parsley elevates the salmon, while the foil parcel helps to lock in moisture and flavor, making each bite a burst of Mediterranean goodness. Enjoy!
