Foil Packet Salmon with Baby Broccoli

5 from 1 vote

This foil packet salmon with baby broccoli is an easy, healthy dinner made with a simple honey Dijon sauce and ready in about 30 minutes.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: 30 Minutes or Less, Broccolini, Quick and Easy, Salmon, Sauce

Servings: packets

Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 375°F.
Make the sauce: Add all sauce ingredients to a bowl and stir until well combined.
Prepare packets: Lay out 4 large sheets of aluminum foil and top each with a sheet of parchment paper. Pat the salmon dry and place one fillet in the center of each. Divide the baby broccoli evenly and arrange around the salmon.
Partially fold and add sauce: Fold the parchment and foil up slightly around the salmon and broccoli to create a shallow packet. Spoon the sauce evenly over the salmon and broccoli, then top each packet with 1 tablespoon butter and 1 lemon slice.
Seal packets: Fold the parchment and foil up further to mostly enclose the ingredients, leaving a small opening at the top to allow steam to vent.
Bake: Place packets on a baking sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork and the broccoli is tender.

Parchment and foil: I recommend lining the foil with parchment paper before assembling the packets. This helps prevent sticking and creates a barrier between the food and foil while still allowing the salmon and broccoli to steam and cook evenly.
Salmon size and thickness: This recipe is written for salmon fillets that are about 5 ounces each. I used the Costco frozen Wild Sockeye Salmon. Thicker fillets may need closer to 20 minutes in the oven.
Frozen salmon: If using frozen salmon, fully thaw and pat dry before assembling the packets to avoid excess moisture.
Salmon Doneness: For moist, tender salmon, I prefer an internal temperature of 125–130°F for medium. The FDA recommends cooking salmon to 145°F for food safety. Use an instant-read thermometer to check the thickest part of the fillet, and adjust the cooking time based on your preferred doneness.
Garlic level: This sauce is intentionally very garlicky. For a milder flavor, reduce the fresh garlic to 4 cloves.
Vegetable swaps: Baby broccoli works best, but broccolini or small broccoli florets can be substituted with similar results.
Serving Suggestions: Serve on its own as a complete meal, or pair with crusty bread, potatoes, rice, or pasta. Prepare as the salmon bakes to save time.