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Lemon Grilled Salmon

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Tender salmon fillets marinated in bright lemon juice, garlic, and herbs, then perfectly grilled for a fresh and flavorful main dish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 2 lemons (1 juiced, 1 sliced into rounds)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Cooking spray or extra oil for grill grates

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the juice of 1 lemon, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour marinade over them. Turn to coat evenly. Marinate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/204°C). Clean and lightly oil the grates (or spray with cooking spray).
  4. Remove salmon from marinade and place fillets skin-side down on the grill. Top each fillet with a lemon round.
  5. Grill, covered, for 4–5 minutes. Carefully flip and grill the other side for another 3–4 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  6. Transfer grilled salmon to a serving platter. Garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For even cooking, choose salmon fillets of uniform thickness.
  • If you don’t have fresh thyme, oregano or dill make good substitutes.
  • To grill indoors, use a grill pan over medium-high heat and follow the same timing.
  • Leftover salmon makes a great addition to salads or sandwiches.

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