Lemon‑Thyme Salmon en Papillote
Salmon fillets steamed in parchment with lemon slices, thyme, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Total
22 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
12 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Salmon fillets
- 1/2 fruit Lemon
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 sheets Parchment paper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Place each parchment sheet on a flat surface, fold in half, and open to create a large oval.
- 3
Season each salmon fillet with salt and pepper, then place on one side of the parchment.
- 4
Top each fillet with thin lemon slices, sprinkle thyme leaves, and drizzle with olive oil.
- 5
Fold the parchment over the salmon and crimp the edges to seal, forming a packet.
- 6
Transfer the packets to a baking sheet and bake for 12 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
340
17% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 34 g |
| Carbohydrate | 2 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
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