Description
A simple and delicious grilled salmon recipe, featuring heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and vibrant flavors, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt
- Freshly cracked black pepper
- Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Minced garlic (optional)
- Fresh vegetables or a crisp salad to serve alongside
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to a medium-high heat.
- Brush each salmon fillet generously with olive oil.
- Season the fillet with salt, black pepper, and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Place the salmon on the grill, skin-side down, and grill for about 6-8 minutes until opaque.
- For extra char, flip the fillets and grill for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Remove from the grill and allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve with fresh vegetables or a crisp salad.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate with olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic for 30 minutes to two hours before grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 60mg