Fish & Seafood Fish Salmon Grilled Salmon Grilled Lemon-Pepper Salmon in Foil 5.0 (4) 3 Reviews We're willing to bet that this easy grilled salmon in foil recipe will become a regular in your weeknight dinner rotation. Cooking fish in foil keeps it super-moist, plus you don't have to worry about the fish sticking to the grill. Butter, lemon pepper and fresh parsley perk up the flavors for this versatile main course. Cook some vegetables, such as asparagus, zucchini and corn, alongside the fish packets for a healthy dinner that's ready in less than 30 minutes. By Carolyn Malcoun Carolyn Malcoun See More As EatingWell's Editorial Director, Carolyn Malcoun searches for cool farmers, chefs and other food stories to tell. She has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Wisconsin and a culinary arts degree from New England Culinary Institute. She started at EatingWell as an intern in the Test Kitchen in 2005 and joined the editorial team soon after. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 28, 2025 Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Save Rate PRINT Share Close Prep Time: 15 mins Additional Time: 10 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 fillets Nutrition Profile: Low-Carb Nut-Free Healthy Pregnancy Healthy Aging Low-Sodium Soy-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts This salmon dish is ready in 30 minutes for a quick, healthy dinner.Salmon is a good source of protein and healthy omega-3 fats.Lemon pepper and fresh parsley add a burst of flavor to the dish. Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1/2x 1x 2x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. This recipe was developed and tested at its original yield and has not been tested at other yields. Note that only the ingredient list is scaled, so you may need to make adjustments to ingredient amounts, cooking times and equipment sizes in the recipe steps. Scaling could also impact the nutrition analysis. Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings 4 (6 ounce) skin-on salmon fillets 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 teaspoon lemon pepper ½ teaspoon salt 8 thin slices lemon (from 1 lemon) 4 sprigs flat-leaf parsley Directions Preheat grill to medium-high (400-450 degrees F). Place 4 (12-inch) foil squares in a single layer on a work surface; coat with cooking spray. Place 1 salmon fillet, skin-side down, in the center of each. Top each fillet with 1 1/2 teaspoons butter, 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper, 1/8 teaspoon salt, 2 lemon slices and 1 parsley sprig. Crimp the sides of each foil packet together to tightly seal. Place the packets on the grill; cover and grill until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 8 to 10 minutes. Recipe developed by Robby Melvin Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, April 2019 Save Rate Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 256 Calories 12g Fat 1g Carbs 34g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Serving Size 1 salmon fillet Calories 256 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 1g 0% Dietary Fiber 1g 2% Total Sugars 1g Protein 34g 68% Total Fat 12g 15% Saturated Fat 5g 26% Cholesterol 95mg 32% Vitamin A 501IU 10% Vitamin C 9mg 10% Folate 20mcg 5% Sodium 165mg 7% Calcium 73mg 6% Iron 1mg 5% Magnesium 48mg 12% Potassium 653mg 14% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.