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Perfect Grilled Salmon

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A quick and easy grilled salmon recipe perfect for summer date nights, delivering juicy, flavorful fish with a simple marinade and perfect grill timing.

Ingredients

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  • 2 skin-on salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each), fresh or thawed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon salt (sea salt or kosher salt preferred)
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined (about 3 minutes).
  2. Marinate the salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour the marinade over the fillets, ensuring they are well coated. Let sit for 15-20 minutes at room temperature. Do not marinate longer than 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat the grill: Heat grill to medium-high (about 375°F / 190°C). For charcoal grills, wait until coals are glowing red with a light layer of ash. Clean and oil the grates to prevent sticking (about 10 minutes).
  4. Grill the salmon: Place salmon skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving to develop a crust. Flip carefully and grill for another 3-4 minutes until salmon flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 125°F (52°C) for medium doneness. Add 1-2 minutes for more well done.
  5. Rest and serve: Transfer salmon to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes to redistribute juices. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley before serving.

Notes

Do not marinate salmon longer than 30 minutes to avoid ‘cooking’ the fish with acid. Use a fish spatula to flip gently to prevent breaking. Keep grill grates clean and oiled to avoid sticking. Let salmon rest after grilling to lock in moisture. Keep a spray bottle of water handy to control flare-ups.

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