Ingredients
4 (6 oz) salmon fillets, skin on
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped dill, chopped parsley, sea salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Step 2: Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable bag. Pour the marinade over the salmon, ensuring each fillet is well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes. Do not marinate for more than 1 hour as the lemon juice can start to ‘cook’ the fish.
Step 3: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400-450°F / 200-230°C). Lightly grease the grill grates with a high-smoke-point oil like avocado oil or by wiping with an oil-soaked paper towel using tongs.
Step 4: Remove salmon from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the preheated grill grates.
Step 5: Grill for 5-7 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the fillet and your desired doneness. For medium-rare, aim for an internal temperature of 125-130°F (52-54°C). For medium, 130-135°F (54-57°C). The salmon should flake easily with a fork.
Step 6: Carefully flip the salmon using a wide spatula. If the skin sticks, allow it to cook for another minute or two, then try again. Continue grilling on the second side until cooked through.
Step 7: Once cooked, remove the salmon from the grill and transfer to a serving platter. Let the salmon rest for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful fillet. Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
For best results, use fresh, high-quality salmon fillets with the skin on. If you don’t have a grill, you can also bake or pan-sear the salmon using this same marinade. Adjust cooking times accordingly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dinner Dishes
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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