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Garlic Herb Grilled Salmon

Quick and flavorful grilled salmon marinated in garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time38 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb salmon (top loin, loin, or second cut) about 500 g
  • lemon wedges for serving
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon basil Italian basil, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon parsley Italian parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 dashes ground black pepper

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped basil, chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
  • Place the salmon in the bowl or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat a gas grill to medium heat (about 350°F / 176°C). Oil the grill grates if needed to prevent sticking.
  • Remove the salmon from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and place it skin-side down on the grill at a 45° angle for grill marks.
  • Grill the salmon undisturbed for 4 minutes, then flip and grill the other side for an additional 4 minutes, basting once with remaining marinade while grilling.
  • If the salmon has charred but is not cooked through, move it to indirect heat, close the lid, and cook 1–2 minutes more until the center is opaque and flakes easily.
  • Remove from the grill and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Tongs or spatula
  • gas grill
  • brush or spoon for basting

Notes

  • Marinate for 20 minutes for best flavor.
  • Grill time may vary with fillet thickness.
  • Cook until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily.
  • Use fresh herbs for brighter flavor.