Description
Simple and delicious grilled salmon, perfect for summer 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 medium-high heat.
- Brush each salmon fillet with extra virgin olive oil.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
- Place salmon skin-side down on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes until opaque and flaky.
- If desired, flip the salmon for an additional 3-5 minutes to char the other side.
- Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Consider marinating the salmon for more flavor and always let it rest after grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 80mg