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Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon

Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon

A light and refreshing summer dish featuring salmon marinated in lemon juice, garlic, and fresh herbs, grilled to perfection.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets Salmon About 6 oz each, fresh and firm.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For marinating and grilling.
  • 2 juices Lemons Juice for marinade.
  • 1 zest Lemon Adds brightness to the dish.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced for flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh dill Chopped, for flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley Chopped, for flavor.
  • to taste Salt For seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning.
  • 4 wedges Lemon For serving.

Equipment

  • grill
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • resealable plastic bag or shallow dish
  • Grill spatula

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, chopped dill, and chopped parsley to create the marinade.
  2. Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated. Cover or seal and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and ensure the grill grates are clean and lightly oiled.
  4. Remove the salmon from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Place the fillets skin-side down on the grill.
  5. Grill for about 4-5 minutes, then carefully flip and grill for an additional 4-5 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Transfer the grilled salmon to a serving platter and garnish with lemon wedges. Serve immediately.

Notes

This dish is perfect for summer gatherings and pairs well with a variety of sides.