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Lemon Grilled Salmon

Lemon Grilled Salmon: A Quick & Zesty Dinner Delight

This Lemon Grilled Salmon recipe brings a deliciously zesty flavor, perfect for a quick and healthy dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fresh or wild-caught for optimal flavor
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Keeps the salmon moist
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic For savory richness
  • 1 tablespoon Oregano Can substitute with fresh basil or thyme
  • Salt Adjust according to taste
  • Pepper Adjust according to taste
For Serving
  • 1 whole Lemon Cut into slices for garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped for garnish

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish, pouring the marinade over them and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, around 375-400°F.
  4. Remove salmon from the marinade and place skin-side down on the grill, grill for 4-5 minutes.
  5. Gently flip the salmon and grill for another 4-5 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Transfer to a plate and garnish with lemon slices and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For added flavor, drizzle some remaining marinade over the cooked salmon before serving.

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