Description
Lemon Garlic Grilled Salmon is a vibrant dish that transforms ordinary meals into extraordinary experiences. With its flaky texture and zesty lemon-garlic marinade, this recipe is perfect for summer barbecues, cozy dinners, and impressing guests. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, it caters to even the pickiest eaters. Serve it with your favorite sides for a wholesome meal that delights the senses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F).
- Grill salmon skin-side down for about 6-8 minutes per side or until it flakes easily with a fork.
- Squeeze additional lemon juice over salmon before serving.
- Serve hot with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 303mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg