Sole with Basil Butter Grilled in a Foil Packet
Elevate your seafood game with this simple yet elegant Sole with Basil Butter Grilled in a Foil Packet. This recipe combines tender sole fillets with the rich flavors of homemade basil garlic butter, fresh lemon, and sweet cherry tomatoes, all sealed together in a foil packet to lock in moisture and flavor. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or summer grilling, this dish comes together in just 27 minutes, including prep and cook time. The foil packet technique not only simplifies cleanup but also ensures perfectly flaky fish infused with aromatic herbs and citrus. Serve straight from the grill with an extra garnish of fresh basil for a light, flavorful meal that's as impressive as it is easy to prepare.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces sole fillets
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 roll aluminum foil
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (approximately 375-400°F).
Cut 4 large sheets of aluminum foil, each about 12 inches long.
Place one sole fillet in the center of each foil sheet.
In a small bowl, mash the butter with minced garlic and finely chopped basil leaves to create a basil butter mixture.
Spread 1 tablespoon of the basil butter on top of each fillet.
Cut the lemon in half. Thinly slice one half into rounds and juice the other half.
Distribute cherry tomatoes evenly across the fillets, placing them around the fish.
Drizzle the fillets with olive oil and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Lay a couple of lemon slices over each fillet and season with salt and black pepper.
Fold the edges of each foil sheet up and over the fish to create a sealed packet. Ensure no openings to prevent steam from escaping.
Place the foil packets on the grill and cook with the lid closed for 10-12 minutes, until the fish is opaque and flaky.
Carefully remove the packets from the grill and let them sit for 1-2 minutes before opening to allow the steam to escape safely.
Serve the fish directly from the foil packet or transfer to a plate, garnished with additional fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
997 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.6 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.6 g | 168% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 304 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 1440 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 59.0 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.0 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1700 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
