Lemon Grilled Salmon: A Zesty Twist for Healthy Meals

Lemon Grilled Salmon is a healthy dish infused with a zesty lemon marinade, perfect for quick weeknight dinners or special gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Marinating Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Healthy

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Marinade

1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Keeps the salmon moist, can substitute with avocado oil.
2 pieces Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for optimal flavor.
2 cloves Minced Garlic Provides savory depth.
1 teaspoon Oregano Offers aromatic herbal notes.
Salt and Pepper To taste, using sea salt enhances flavor.

For the Salmon

4 fillets Salmon Opt for wild-caught for best results.

Equipment

Grill
mixing bowl
Fish Spatula

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Prepare Marinade: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and oregano; season with salt and pepper.
Marinate Salmon: Coat salmon fillets with marinade and let sit for at least 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
Preheat Grill: Heat grill to medium-high (375-400°F) and lightly oil the grates.
Grill Salmon: Place fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes.
Finish Grilling: Flip salmon carefully, grill for another 4-5 minutes until fully cooked.
Serve: Plate the salmon, garnish with lemon slices and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalProtein: 35gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Longer marination enhances flavor. Use freshly squeezed ingredients for the best results.

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