Heart-Healthy Grilled Salmon with Lemon Herb Marinade
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this *Heart-Healthy Grilled Salmon with Lemon Herb Marinade*, a quick and nutritious recipe that’s bursting with fresh, zesty flavor. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a medley of aromatic herbs like rosemary, thyme, and parsley, this marinade infuses the salmon fillets with a vibrancy that shines through in every bite. Grilled to tender, flaky perfection in just 10 minutes, this dish is a fantastic source of omega-3s and ideal for anyone seeking delicious, heart-smart meal options. Serve it with a garnish of lemon slices and extra herbs for a restaurant-quality presentation that’s as healthy as it is irresistible. Whether you’re meal-prepping or hosting, this easy grilled salmon recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Cracked black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt, optional
- 1 whole lemon (sliced into rounds) Lemon slices
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, chopped thyme, chopped parsley, cracked black pepper, and salt if using.
Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag.
Pour the lemon herb marinade over the salmon, ensuring each fillet is well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour for more flavor.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Oil the grill grates lightly to prevent sticking.
Remove the salmon fillets from the marinade and allow any excess marinade to drip off. Reserve the marinade.
Place the salmon fillets on the grill, skin-side down if applicable. Grill for about 4-5 minutes per side or until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon is grilling, brush it once or twice with the reserved marinade for additional flavor.
Once cooked, remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.
Serve the grilled salmon with lemon slices on top or on the side. Garnish with additional fresh herbs as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1672 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.6 g | 152% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.5 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 1103 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 143.0 g | 286% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 225 mg | 5% | |
*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.
