Description
This Moist and Flaky Grilled Salmon is a breeze to prepare and perfect for a healthy dinner. With rich flavor from olive oil, fresh herbs, and spices, it’s a simple yet satisfying dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets 5 to 6 oz each, skin on or off
- 1½ tbsp olive oil
- 1¼ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill and/or parsley
- ⅛ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Clean the grates thoroughly and oil them using tongs and a paper towel dipped in oil.
- Dry the salmon fillets with a paper towel. Brush olive oil evenly on all sides of the salmon.
- In a small bowl, mix together kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over each salmon fillet.
Notes
For an extra zesty flavor, try adding more lemon juice or zest to the marinade.
Fresh or dried herbs can be substituted based on your preference.
Ensure that your grill is well-oiled to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 80mg