Description
This Lemon Herb Grilled Salmon features tender, flaky salmon marinated in fresh lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, then grilled to smoky perfection. It’s light, vibrant, and incredibly easy—perfect for summer weeknights, healthy meals, or outdoor gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170g each, skin-on or skinless)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Make Marinade: In a bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, parsley, dill, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate Salmon: Place salmon in a shallow dish or bag and pour marinade over top. Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes.
- Preheat Grill: Heat grill to medium-high (about 400°F / 200°C) and lightly oil grates.
- Grill Salmon: Place salmon skin-side down on grill. Cook 4–6 minutes per side until opaque and flaky.
- Serve: Remove from grill, rest briefly, and garnish with lemon slices and fresh herbs.
Notes
- Don’t Over-Marinate: Lemon can break down the fish if left too long.
- Oil the Grates: Prevents sticking and tearing.
- Skin-On Tip: Skin helps keep the salmon intact on the grill.
- Leftovers: Great flaked into salads or wraps the next day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilled
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg