Entrée: France – Saumon En Papillote (Salmon in Parchment)

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Saumon En Papillote (Salmon in Parchment) recipe
Serving Size: 4
Approximate Time
Prep 15 min
Cook 12 min
Total 27 min

Ingredients

U.S. measurements first, metric equivalents in parentheses. Conversions are approximate; oz means weight ounces, not fluid ounces.

4 salmon fillets, about 1.5 lb total (680 g total)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 zucchini, thinly sliced
1 carrot, julienned
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh dill, chopped
Show original ingredient measurements
4 salmon fillets, about 1.5 lb total (680 g total)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 zucchini, thinly sliced
1 carrot, julienned
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Cut parchment paper into four large heart-shaped pieces.
2. Place salmon on one half of each parchment, season with salt and pepper, and top with zucchini, carrot, and lemon slices.
3. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with dill. Fold parchment over salmon and crimp edges to seal.
4. Place packets on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes. Open packets carefully to release steam and serve.
Estimated Nutritional Information*

Per serving | Servings: 4

Calories: 402 kcal
Carbohydrates: 4.3 g
Protein: 35.6 g
Fat: 26.4 g
Saturated fat: 5.7 g
Cholesterol: 94 mg
Fiber: 1.3 g
Sodium: 115 mg
Potassium: 815 mg
Calcium: 32 mg
Iron: 0.92 mg
Vitamin A: 232 µg RAE
Vitamin C: 24.1 mg
Vitamin D: 18.7 µg

Generated: 2026-11-05T19:36:00+00:00

*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded. Calories, Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat, Saturated fat, Cholesterol, Fiber, Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Vitamin D are known subtotals. Missing contributions are unknown, not zero.

Recipe Metadata
Recipe ID
1641
Country
France
Region
Provence
URL
https://kitchen2mytable.com/view_recipe_data.php?id=1641

Important Cooking Safety Notice

Please ensure all proteins are cooked to a safe internal temperature:

  • Chicken & Poultry: 165°F (74°C)
  • Ground Meats (Beef, Pork, Lamb): 160°F (71°C)
  • Whole Cuts of Pork, Beef, Veal, Lamb: 145°F (63°C) plus a 3-minute rest
  • Fish & Shellfish: 145°F (63°C)

Always use a food thermometer to verify doneness. Stay safe and enjoy cooking!