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Cooked salmon fillet on a wooden board, garnished with lemon wedges and fresh parsley, with a piece of toasted bread nearby. The flaky, peppered salmon has the charred look of cooking salmon on the grill. A light-colored cloth is underneath the board.

Cooking Salmon on the Grill

Melissa Griffiths
Cooking Salmon on the Grill is one of the easiest ways to make dinner feel special. You will get perfectly flaky fish with those gorgeous grill marks in just 15 minutes!
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 288 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 salmon fillets (skin on one side)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 lemons (quartered)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the grill on medium high heat; the temperature should be about 400ºF. Brush the grill grates with olive oil.
  • Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
  • Place the salmon, skin side down, on the grill.
  • Close the grill and let the salmon cook for about 10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145ºF. This may vary depending on the size of the salmon fillets.
  • Garnish by squeezing the fresh lemons over the salmon before serving.

Notes

Make-Ahead Tip: Season the salmon fillets up to 2 hours in advance and refrigerate covered, allowing the flavors to penetrate the fish before grilling.
Seasoning Variations: Try different spice blends like cajun seasoning, herb de Provence, or a simple garlic powder and paprika mix for flavor variety.
Lemon Alternatives: Substitute lime, orange, or grapefruit for different citrus profiles, or serve with fresh herbs like dill, parsley, or chives.
Storing Tips: The shelf life of cooked and uncooked fish is about 3-4 days in an airtight container in the fridge.
How to Reheat Salmon in the Oven: Wrap salmon in foil and place on a baking sheet. Bake at 275º F for about 15 minutes or until the fish is warmed through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1salmon filletCalories: 288kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 34gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 367mgPotassium: 909mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 81IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 2mg
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