How to Grill Salmon (Skin-on)
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5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
304 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
How to Grill Salmon (Skin-on)
Description
How to Grill Salmon (Skin-on) guides you to prepare 1-inch thick salmon fillets seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and a neutral cooking oil. By preheating the grill to medium-high, the salmon is placed skin side down directly on the grate, cooking uncovered until the flesh lightens and the skin crisps. This first step minimizes sticking and achieves a good sear.
Flipping the salmon to the skinless side finishes the cooking with the grill lid closed, targeting an internal temperature of 130°F to 135°F for optimal doneness. The result is salmon with tender, moist flesh beneath a textured, crisp skin. Serving with lemon wedges provides a fresh acidity to balance the richness of the fish.
Resting the grilled salmon briefly after cooking allows carryover heat to finish the cooking internally. This method delivers salmon with a controlled texture that holds well on the grill and presents a clean, direct flavor without heavy seasoning.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces salmon about 1-inch thick, with skin on, fillets
- 2 tablespoons neutral cooking oil canola, vegetable, grapeseed, generic cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- lemon for serving, wedges
Instructions
- Preheat grill over medium-high heat.
- Pat salmon dry with a paper towel. Season with salt and pepper and rub the oil all over the salmon.
- Place the salmon, skin side down, directly on the grill and cook with the lid open until the flesh lightens in color, about 5 minutes.
- Gently try to lift or flip the salmon. If it feels stuck, give it another minute.
- Flip to the skinless side and cook with the lid closed for another 3-5 minutes, depending on desired doneness. It should read at least 130°F-135°F on an instant read thermometer.
- Serve with lemon wedges, if desired. Allow the salmon to rest for a few minutes, which will continue to increase its internal temperature, before enjoying.
Notes
- Grilled salmon is best served immediately but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 304 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 304kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 34g | 68% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6g | 35% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 656mg | 27% |
| Potassium | 837mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 69IU | 1% |
| Calcium | 22mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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