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Grilled Salmon Fillets

Grilled Salmon Fillets

Discover the art of perfect Grilled Salmon Fillets with easy tips and award-winning recipes for a delicious and healthy meal option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 fillets salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil for marinade
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice for marinade
  • 2 cloves minced garlic for marinade
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce for marinade
  • 1 teaspoon honey for marinade
  • to taste salt for marinade
  • to taste black pepper for marinade
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar optional for rub
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional for rub
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder optional for rub
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper optional for rub
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt optional for rub
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for rub

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Grill Brush
  • Aluminum Foil (Optional) For no-fuss method

Method
 

  1. Choose bright, firm salmon fillets that smell clean.
  2. Pat salmon dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
  3. For the marinade, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
  4. Pour the marinade over the fillets and let them sit for 15 to 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 375-400°F).
  6. Brush grill grates with oil to prevent sticking.
  7. Place the salmon skin-side down on the grill and cook undisturbed for about 6 minutes.
  8. If the salmon releases easily, carefully flip it and grill for an additional 4 to 5 minutes until cooked through.
  9. Optional: For a brown sugar glaze, brush the mixture of brown sugar, soy sauce, melted butter, Dijon mustard, and garlic onto the salmon while grilling.
  10. Once done, remove salmon from the grill and let it rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 34gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different marinades and spices based on your preferences. This recipe allows for modifications such as adding vegetables in foil packets for a complete meal. If grilling skinless salmon, ensure to oil the grill grates thoroughly to prevent sticking. Let the salmon rest after grilling to keep it moist and allow the juices to redistribute.
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