Description
Grilled salmon is a flaky, tender dish enhanced by a zesty marinade that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (juice and zest)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, e.g., dill or parsley)
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your grill to medium-high heat.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir well to create a flavorful marinade.
- Brush the marinade generously over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are well-coated. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill. Grill for about 6 to 8 minutes on one side. Then, gently flip the fillets and grill for another 4 to 6 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes to enhance the flavors. Serve garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For deeper flavor, allow the salmon to marinate in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes before grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg