Grilled Salmon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Additional Time
1 hr
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Total Time
1 hr 25 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
361 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Grilled Salmon
Description
This recipe combines a marinade of olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, chopped parsley, thyme, garlic, salt and black pepper, which both flavors and tenderizes the salmon fillets. After marinating for at least an hour, excess herbs and garlic are removed to avoid burning on the grill. Cooking on medium-high heat, the salmon develops a lightly charred surface while remaining moist inside. Brushing reserved marinade over the fish during cooking adds an additional layer of flavor and gloss.
The finished salmon presents a golden, herb-coated exterior with hints of citrus and smokiness. Preparing the marinade ahead saves time and helps intensify flavors. Choosing fillets of uniform size promotes even cooking. The dish pairs well with grilled vegetables, rice, or light salads, but is distinctive enough to stand on its own.
For consistent cooking results, oil grill grates to prevent sticking and monitor cooking times closely to avoid overcooking. Marinating up to 8 hours or refrigerating the marinade separately up to 3 days adds flexibility to meal prep.
Ingredients
- 6 salmon 4-6 ounces each, fillets
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, leaves
- 2 teaspoons thyme chopped, leaves
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
Instructions
- Place the olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, parsley, thyme, salt and pepper in a bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Reserve 1 tablespoon of the marinade in the refrigerator for later use. Add the garlic to the bowl.
- Add the salmon to the bowl of marinade. Spoon the marinade over the salmon and cover the bowl.
- Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours.
- Remove the salmon from the marinade and scrape off any excess bits of herbs or garlic (otherwise they could burn on the grill!).
- Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan over medium high heat. If you're using an outdoor grill, be sure to thoroughly coat your grill grates with vegetable oil.
- Add the salmon fillets and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side or until salmon is opaque throughout.
- Brush the reserved marinade over the salmon fillets, then serve.
Notes
- The marinade can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the fridge.
- Use salmon fillets of similar size or cut larger pieces to size for even cooking.
- Oil grill grates well to prevent sticking of the salmon during cooking.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 361 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 361kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 93mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 627mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 842mg | 18% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 155IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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