Grilled Salmon in Foil

If you’ve ever worried about salmon drying out on the grill, foil is your best friend. It traps steam and flavor, keeping the fish juicy while it cooks evenly from edge to center. This grilled salmon in foil is my go-to when I want a no-stress dinner that still tastes fresh and well seasoned. I've been sharing recipes online for a decade, you can trust I've done the testing and hard work for you!

Course dinner, lunch

Cuisine American

Keyword foil packet salmon, grilled salmon, grilled salmon in foil, grilling salmon in foil, salmon on the grill

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 175kcal

Author Brandi Crawford

Equipment

Grill

Ingredients

1-1 ½ pounds raw salmon
½ tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon smoked paprika Regular paprika is fine.
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
foil

Instructions

Preheat grill to medium-high heat, 375 degrees.
Place the fish on a piece of foil (large enough to cover and seal the fish). Rub both sides of the fish with olive oil and sprinkle the spices onto both sides of the fish. Rub the spices in to ensure the flavor penetrates.
Seal the foil around the fish.
Place the fish on the grill.
Grill the fish for 8 minutes. Unwrap the foil and continue to grill the salmon uncovered for an additional 2-5 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees.

Nutrition

Serving: 4oz | Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 8g