Description
Brighten your winter meals with this Best Lemon Grilled Salmon, a delightful fusion of rich salmon and zesty lemon. Infused with garlic and oregano, this dish is easy to prepare and offers a vibrant flavor that warms the heart. Perfectly grilled and served alongside roasted vegetables or a light salad, it transforms any cold evening into a cozy dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour marinade over them. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove salmon from marinade and place skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until fully cooked but still juicy.
- Serve immediately with any leftover marinade drizzled on top and garnished with lemon slices or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 104mg