Garlic Herb Grilled Salmon
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
8 mins
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Additional Time
20 mins
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Total Time
38 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
228 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Garlic Herb Grilled Salmon
Description
Garlic Herb Grilled Salmon combines a marinade of olive oil, minced garlic, basil, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, which is applied to the fish before grilling. Marinating for 20 minutes allows the flavors to penetrate the salmon. Cooking skin-side down on a well-heated grill creates crisp, attractive grill marks and helps keep the fish intact. The salmon cooks for about 4 minutes per side, or longer if needed depending on cut thickness.
The grilled salmon has a tender, flaky texture and a slightly crisp exterior from direct heat. Basting with remaining marinade keeps it moist. Serving with lemon wedges adds brightness and helps cut through the richness of the fish.
This recipe suits outdoor meals or simple dinners when you want a flavorful salmon dish that doesn’t require complicated preparations. Serving with dill sauce or a light salad would complement the herbs and citrus in the marinade.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (500g) salmon top loin, loin or second cut
- lemon for serving, wedges
Marinade:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon basil chopped, Italian
- 1 tablespoon Italian parsley chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 dashes black pepper ground
Instructions
- Mix all the Marinade ingredients in a bowl and stir well to combine.
- Marinate the salmon in the marinade for 20 minutes.
- Heat up a gas grill to medium heat, at 350°F (176°C). Remove the marinated salmon from the marinade and place it on the gas grill. Place the salmon skin side down at a 45-degree angle to form beautiful char marks.
- Grill the salmon for 4 minutes without interruption. Turn the salmon over and grill for another 4 minutes, also without interruption. Baste with the remaining marinade mixture while grilling.
- Depending on the type of salmon cuts you use, you may need to grill it for a longer or shorter time. The salmon is cooked when white protein starts to seep out from the inside. If the salmon is not fully cooked but has already charred, move it to the indirect heat side of the gas grill.
- Cover the lid and cook for 1–2 minutes, or until the inside is completely cooked through. Remove from the grill and serve immediately with lemon wedges, dill sauce, or sweet chili sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 228 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4people | |
| Calories | 228kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 342mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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