Description
This grilled salmon recipe features tender fillets marinated in a savory blend of olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, herbs, and garlic, then grilled to perfection. It’s a quick and flavorful dish that makes for an easy, elegant dinner with minimal prep and cook time.
Ingredients
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Marinade Ingredients
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon parsley leaves, chopped
- 2 teaspoons thyme leaves, chopped
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Other Ingredients
- 6 salmon fillets, 4-6 ounces each
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Reserve Marinade and Add Garlic: Set aside 1 tablespoon of the marinade in the refrigerator for later use. Add the minced garlic into the remaining marinade mixture.
- Marinate Salmon: Place the salmon fillets into the bowl with the marinade, spooning the mixture over each piece to coat thoroughly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 8 hours, to allow flavors to infuse.
- Preheat Grill: Remove salmon from the marinade and scrape off excess herbs and garlic to prevent burning. Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat. If using an outdoor grill, oil the grates thoroughly with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill Salmon: Place the salmon fillets on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve: Brush the reserved marinade over the grilled salmon fillets just before serving for an extra burst of flavor.
Notes
- This grilled salmon is coated in a flavorful marinade then cooked to golden brown perfection, making it a crowd-pleasing, simple meal option.
- The salmon can also be prepared by baking, broiling, or pan searing if grilling is not an option.
- Ensure to scrape off excess herbs and garlic prior to grilling to prevent burning and bitterness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (4-6 ounces)
- Calories: 361 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 627 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 93 mg
