Honey Mustard Salmon In Foil
This Honey Mustard Salmon in Foil provides 4g protein and 171 calories per serving—a light option for those prioritizing micronutrients alongside macros. Quick-preps 8 servings on the stovetop, letting you batch-cook salmon without extended active time. Pairs well as a secondary protein source when stacking meals around higher-protein anchors.
Ingredients
- •Honey(80g)
- •Butter(60g)
- •Mustard, Whole Grain(60g)
- •Mustard, Dijon(30g)
Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.
- •Garlic(300g)
- •Lemon Juice, Fresh(30g)
- •Chili powder(3g)
- •Salmon
- •1 pinch salt (to season)
- •1 pinch cracked pepper (to taste)
- •Parsley, Fresh(30g)
- •Lemon
Instructions
- 1Mince the fresh garlic and set aside. Squeeze the fresh lemon juice into a small bowl and slice the whole lemon into wedges for garnish.
- 2In a small saucepan, combine the honey, whole grain mustard, Dijon mustard, salted butter, and minced garlic over medium heat. Cook 3–4 minutes, stirring constantly, until the butter melts and the mixture is well combined and fragrant. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice.
- 3Lay a large sheet of foil on a stovetop-safe baking sheet or divide into 8 individual foil packets. Divide the salmon evenly among the foil sheets, spacing pieces so they don't overlap.
- 4Pour the honey-mustard sauce evenly over each salmon fillet, then brush to coat using a spoon or pastry brush. Sprinkle each piece with chili powder, salt, and cracked pepper. Fold the foil sides up and over the salmon to create sealed packets.
- 5Place the baking sheet over medium-high heat and cook the foil packets for 10–12 minutes, until the salmon is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork (internal temp reaches 145°F). Carefully open the foil packets to allow steam to escape.
- 6Transfer the open foil packets to a preheated broiler set to medium-high and broil for 3–4 minutes until the sauce begins to caramelize and turns golden brown on top.
- 7Divide the salmon and sauce evenly into 8 airtight containers while hot, or plate immediately. Garnish each serving with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
Nutrition — Per Serving
171
calories
4g
protein
7g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 27g
- Saturated fat
- 3.9g
- Sodium
- 113 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.4g
8 servings per batch · ~74g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Honey Mustard Salmon In Foil have per serving?
Each serving contains only 4g of protein and 171 calories with 7g fat and 27g carbs. This is a very light option that functions better as a vegetable-focused side rather than a protein-primary meal.
How long does Honey Mustard Salmon In Foil take to prep?
Quick prep in foil yields 8 servings, making this highly efficient for batch cooking when you want minimal active time. The foil-packet method means passive cooking while you handle other meal prep tasks.
Is Honey Mustard Salmon In Foil good for fat loss?
At only 171 calories and 4g protein per serving, this recipe is too light to serve as a standalone meal for fat loss goals. You'd need to pair it with a high-protein side or second protein source to meet daily macro targets.
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