Easy Grilled Salmon with Oranges Basil and Mint
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this *Easy Grilled Salmon with Oranges, Basil, and Mint*! Bursting with vibrant citrus flavors and fresh herbs, this quick and healthy recipe combines perfectly grilled salmon fillets with the tangy sweetness of oranges and the aromatic freshness of basil and mint. A simple marinade of orange juice, zest, olive oil, and garlic infuses the salmon with bold, zesty flavor, while grilled orange slices add a hint of smokiness and visual appeal. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy evenings or casual entertaining, and pairs beautifully with a light salad or roasted vegetables. Treat your taste buds to this easy, elegant, and nutrient-packed salmon recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 1 large orange
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 10 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Zest the orange and then cut it in half. Set aside the zest and squeeze the juice from one half of the orange into a small bowl.
In the bowl with the orange juice, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, orange zest, and minced garlic to make a marinade.
Brush the marinade generously over both sides of the salmon fillets. Allow the salmon to rest for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Thinly slice the remaining half of the orange into rounds for grilling and garnish later.
Place the salmon fillets on the preheated grill, skin-side down if it has skin. Grill for 4-5 minutes on the first side, then carefully flip and cook another 4-5 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon is grilling, drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the orange slices and grill them for about 1 minute per side until slightly charred.
Once the salmon and oranges are cooked, remove them from the grill and let them rest for 2 minutes.
Plate the salmon fillets and garnish with grilled orange slices, fresh basil leaves, and fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1394 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.4 g | 126% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.6 g | 73% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2769 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.2 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 106.4 g | 213% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 369 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
