Description
This grilled salmon recipe features marinated fillets infused with olive oil, lemon juice, and spices, grilled to flaky perfection. It’s a healthy, flavorful dish that pairs well with fresh sides.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- Fresh lemon wedges (for serving)
- Fresh herbs (like parsley or dill, for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Start by gathering all the ingredients listed above. Its always easier to have everything in one place before you start cooking.
- Mix the Marinade: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Whisk everything together until its well blended.
- Taste and Adjust: Give the marinade a little taste. If you like a bit more zing, feel free to add a little more lemon juice or salt.
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Marinate the Salmon: Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the salmon, ensuring each fillet is well coated.
- Let It Marinate: Cover the dish with plastic wrap or seal the bag, and let the salmon marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours for more flavor).
- Preheat the Grill: About 10-15 minutes before cooking, preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F to 400°F).
- Oil the Grill Grates: Use a paper towel dipped in oil to wipe down the grill grates.
- Remove the Salmon from the Marinade: Take the salmon fillets out of the marinade and let any excess drip off. Discard the leftover marinade.
- Place the Salmon on the Grill: Carefully place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill.
- Grill the Salmon: Close the grill lid and let the salmon cook for about 4-6 minutes.
- Flip the Salmon: Gently flip the salmon fillets over and grill for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Check for Doneness: Insert a fork into the thickest part of the fillet; it should flake easily and be opaque.
- Remove from the Grill: Carefully transfer the grilled salmon fillets to a serving platter.
- Garnish: Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and sprinkle with fresh herbs.
- Serve: Serve the grilled salmon immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the salmon for at least 30 minutes, but up to 2 hours is ideal for maximum flavor.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste preference, especially the salt and lemon juice.
- Ensure the grill is well-oiled to prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes