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Grilled Salmon with Lemon

Simple Grilled Salmon with Lemon: A Fresh Flavor Adventure

This Easy Grilled Salmon with Lemon recipe packs vibrant flavors into a quick, nutritious meal that is rich in omega-3s.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 fillets Fresh salmon skin-on for best results
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 3 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice preferably freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh dill or parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup optional

Equipment

  • Grill
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat dry the salmon fillets with paper towels and let them come to room temperature.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dill or parsley, and honey.
  3. Coat the salmon fillets with the marinade and let marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F / 200°C).
  5. Place salmon skin-side down on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes, then flip and grill for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Remove salmon from grill and let rest for 2 minutes before garnishing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Consider adding various spices or herbs for different flavor variations.

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