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Easy Grilled Salmon Recipe

Easy Grilled Salmon Recipe

This easy grilled salmon is juicy, flaky, and full of bright lemon-garlic flavor. Ready in about 20 minutes and perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 24 oz salmon fillets skin-on, center-cut
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp brown sugar optional, helps browning
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped, for serving
  • 4 pieces lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400 to 450°F). Clean and oil the grates well to prevent sticking.
  • Pat salmon dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and brown sugar.
  • Brush or rub the mixture evenly over the salmon fillets on all sides. Let sit at room temperature for 5 minutes while the grill heats.
  • Place salmon on the grill skin-side down. Close the lid and cook for 6 to 7 minutes, until the skin is crisp and the top is mostly opaque.
  • Carefully flip and grill 1 to 2 minutes more, or until the internal temperature reaches 125°F for medium (130 to 135°F for more done).
  • Transfer to a plate and rest 3 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped dill and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

For easier handling, use a thin, wide fish spatula when flipping. If your grill grates tend to stick, grill the salmon on a lightly oiled piece of heavy-duty foil or in a preheated grill basket. Adjust salt if using fine salt instead of kosher.

Nutrition

Serving: 200g | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 120g | Protein: 120g | Fat: 120g | Saturated Fat: 120g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 120g | Monounsaturated Fat: 120g | Trans Fat: 120g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 120g | Sugar: 120g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 120mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 120mg