Jump to RecipeJump to VideoLeave a ReviewPin Recipe

Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links. I may earn a small commission for my endorsement, recommendation, testimonial, and/or link to any products or services from this website.

Full of healthy fats and protein, this Mediterranean Salmon in Foil Packets is good for you, but it won’t leave you feeling hungry an hour later. Plus, with only 5 ingredients, it’s so.darn.simple!

An overhead shot of salmon in foil packets

This post for Mediterranean Salmon in Foil Packets was originally published in January, 2014. The photos were updated in July, 2017.

This healthy and easy dinner is also one of those perfect meals that appeals to every member of my family.

I love that clean-up and prep work is minimal (thanks to the foil packets), and my kids love the pesto sauce that flavors the fish. Plus, it’s good for us…making it just right for getting back on track in the new year!

Love camping? The foil packets make this a a great option for a camp fire as well!

Prepare In Advance

The great thing about this salmon in foil is that it can be prepped in advance. Just topped with you’re desired ingredients, wrap it up and store in the fridge until you’re ready to bake them!

How To Make Mediterranean Salmon In Foil

Just start by placing each piece of fish on a large square of aluminum foil that has been sprayed with cooking spray.

A fillet of salmon in foil topped with Mediterranean ingredients

Once the salmon is topped with some pesto, diced onion, tomatoes, and feta cheese, it’s ready to be sealed.

A process shot of wrapping a fillet of salmon in foil

Make sure that your packet is completely closed so that the steam doesn’t escape.

Mediterranean Salmon in Foil Packets sitting on a marble surface

The individual packets can be placed on a baking sheet and popped in the oven (or cooked over the camp fire) until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Mediterranean Salmon in Foil Packets sitting on a blue plate

Serving Suggestions

Serve it with some pasta, couscous, or crusty bread on the side, as well as a veggie, and you’ve got a nicely balanced meal.

Want to keep it even lighter? Pile your plate high with a salad and place your Mediterranean Salmon on top. Either way, I know you’ll love it (and so will your body!).

Cooking Just for Two?

Cut the ingredients in half, using only 2 salmon fillets. The cooking instructions remain the same.

More Salmon Recipes To Try;

An overhead shot of salmon in foil packets

Mediterranean Salmon in Foil Packets

5 from 2 votes
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 395 kcal
This healthy and easy dinner is also one of those perfect meals that appeals to every member of my family.  I love that clean-up and prep work is minimal (thanks to the foil packets), and my kids love the pesto sauce that flavors the fish.

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets about 6 ounces each
  • 1/2 cup prepared pesto
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 pint grape tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 350F (180C). Spray 4 large pieces of aluminum foil with cooking spray.
  • Place each salmon fillet on top of a piece of aluminum foil. Top each fillet with about 2 tablespoons pesto, ¼ cup of onion, ¼ of the tomatoes, and approximately 2 tablespoons of feta cheese. There's no need to measure the ingredients -- just use as much or as little as you like!
  • Seal the aluminum foil packets by folding them over the fish and pinching tightly to close. Place the foil packets on a large baking sheet and bake for approximately 25 minutes. Fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork.

Notes

Cooking Just for Two? Cut the ingredients in half, using only 2 salmon fillets. The cooking instructions remain the same.

Nutrition

Serving: 1foil packetCalories: 395kcalCarbohydrates: 6.9gProtein: 41gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 123mgSodium: 328mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 2.7g
Keyword: baked salmon, Salmon In Foil
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Author: The Seasoned Mom
blair

Hey, I’m Blair!

Welcome to my farmhouse kitchen in the foothills of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Inspired by local traditions and seasonal fare, you’ll find plenty of easy, comforting recipes that bring your family together around the table. It’s down-home, country-style cooking!

Read More

Square overhead shot of hands serving a chicken pot pie recipe with biscuits
Overhead image of a bowl of chili mac on a dinner table with cornbread
Hands serving a platter of sheet pan sausage and potatoes

Leave a Comment

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Recipe Rating




This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Comments

  1. 5 stars
    This was amazing! I will add more pesto and feta next time. The house smelled wonderful. This is a keeper! This

    1. Definitely! I always thaw them first in the fridge overnight, but I imagine they would even work frozen (directly from the freezer). I just don’t know what the cooking time would be for a frozen fillet — you’d have to keep an eye on them and peek to know when they’re done. 🙂