LEMON BASIL SALMON

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It was my husband, Steve, who came up with this easy, foil-packet recipe for flaky, fork-tender Lemon Basil Salmon. We eat a lot of salmon and Steve likes trying out different herbs and spices on our food. This recipe's a winner! -Marianne Bauman, Modesto, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 salmon fillets (5 ounces each)
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Lemon wedges, optional

Steps:

  • Prepare campfire or grill for medium heat. Place each fillet, skin side down, on a piece of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square). Mix melted butter, basil, lemon juice, salt and pepper; spoon over salmon. Fold foil around fish, sealing tightly., Cook on campfire or in covered grill until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 10-15 minutes. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape. If desired, serve with lemon wedges.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 19g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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