Description
Baked Sesame-Ginger Salmon in Parchment is a delightful and aromatic dish that brings together succulent salmon fillets glazed with a zesty ginger-sesame marinade. Wrapped in parchment paper, this dish not only locks in moisture but also creates an impressive presentation for any occasion. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties, it’s a meal that will wow your guests and satisfy your taste buds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp raw honey
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 sheets of parchment paper (15 inches long)
- 1 cup seasonal vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather all ingredients.
- Cut two large sheets of parchment paper and fold them in half.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, ginger, honey, and sesame oil.
- Place one salmon fillet on one half of each parchment sheet and spoon marinade over it. Arrange vegetables around the salmon.
- Fold the parchment over and crimp edges to seal tightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Carefully open packets and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with vegetables (approx. 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg