Grilled Lemony Garlic Salmon Recipe

Name: Grilled Lemony Garlic Salmon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces salmon fillets (1 piece); ¼ teaspoon lemon salt (or to taste); ⅛ teaspoon black pepper; ⅛ teaspoon lemon zest, grated; 1 teaspoon butter; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; ⅛ teaspoon basil, finely chopped; ⅛ teaspoon parsley, finely chopped; ⅛ teaspoon red chile, finely chopped (optional for a bit of zip); 2 lemon wedges

Servings: persons

1
Gently rub lemon salt on salmon fillet on both sides.
2
Set aside to marinade.
3
Chop garlic, basil, parsley and chillie.
4
Grate lemon zest.
5
Combine garlic, pepper, basil, parsley, lemon zest and chillie (if used) in a bowl, mix well.
6
Place ingredients on a piece of foil in this order: 1/2 tsp butter, salmon, garlic mixture and other half butter.
7
Preheat grill to approximately 400F.
8
Wrap fish in foil, seal edges as tightly as possible.
9
Place fish on grill folded side down for approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
10
Turn foil pack over and open the foil, squeeze juice of 1 lemon wedge.
11
Cook for another 3 to 5 minutes.
12
Test for doneness with a fork.
13
Garnish with lemon wedge and serve.

157

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces salmon fillets (1 piece), ¼ teaspoon lemon salt (or to taste), ⅛ teaspoon black pepper, ⅛ teaspoon lemon zest, grated, and more.

Yes, Grilled Lemony Garlic Salmon falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grilled Lemony Garlic Salmon

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Variations & substitutions

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