Grilled Salmon Recipe
This easy grilled salmon recipe makes the perfect easy and flavorful fish. A salmon fillet marinaded to perfection and then grilled to perfection, adding so much flavor and crispiness.
Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon fillets
- 2 Tbsp oil
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground paprika
- lemon wedges
Instructions
- Combine the oil, salt, pepper, garlic, and paprika in a large mixing bowl. Add the salmon fillets into the marinade and allow to marinate for at least half an hour (or overnight).
- Spray or oil the grill grates. Preheat the grill to high heat.
- Place the salmon onto the grill grates. Cook the salmon 4-5 minutes per side or until the salmon reaches 145°F internal heat. Be careful not to move the salmon around much.
- Remove from the grill and top with freshly squeezed lemon juice and enjoy!
Notes
- Pick the right salmon: Picking a thick fillet is key for a juicy salmon.
- Don’t skip the marinade: Allow the salmon to sit in the marinade for at least 30 minutes; don’t skip that!
- Be gentle with the salmon: Salmon is a very delicate meat, so when handling it, we gentle with it. Don’t touch it too much while on the grill or else it may begin to break.
- Storage. Store the salmon in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days for maximum freshness.
- Reheat. Warm up the salmon fillet on a skillet until reheated.