Classic Grilled Salmon Recipe
Oh darling, forget expensive steakhouses; today we’re grilling salmon like a boss without torching your manicure or patience.
This recipe is simple, fabulous, and doesn’t demand you own a Michelin star or even matching oven mitts.
Grilled salmon promises smoky flavor, melt-in-mouth texture, and serious bragging rights when your friends “mysteriously” drop by around dinner.
You’ll flip fillets faster than flipping through Netflix shows, except here you actually get a satisfying ending.
So, pour yourself a glass of whatever fuels your inner goddess, because this dish takes less effort than scrolling online shopping carts.
Classic Grilled Salmon Recipe
Classic grilled salmon is juicy, tender, and full of smoky flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard flair.
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets – 4 about 6 oz each
- Olive oil – 2 tbsp
- Lemon juice – 2 tbsp
- Garlic minced – 2 cloves
- Soy sauce – 1 tbsp
- Brown sugar – 1 tsp
- Fresh dill – 1 tbsp chopped
- Black pepper – ½ tsp
- Salt – ½ tsp
Instructions
- Pat salmon fillets dry; place them in a shallow bowl.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, dill, pepper, and salt.
- Pour marinade over salmon; let rest for 10 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Oil grates lightly to avoid sticking.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on grill. Cook for 6–7 minutes.
- Flip gently with tongs; grill another 6–7 minutes until flaky and tender.
- Remove, rest for 2 minutes, then serve warm with lemon wedges.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin D: 90%
- Vitamin B12: 80%
- Potassium: 25%
- Magnesium: 15%
- Iron: 8%
Additional Tips
- For a smoky edge, toss cedar planks on the grill before placing salmon.
- Pair with roasted veggies or quinoa to keep dinner goddess-worthy.
- Always let salmon rest before serving; it locks in flavor.
