Simple Grilled Salmon

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Simple Grilled Salmon recipe—an easy, healthy, and flavor-packed dish that's perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender, flaky salmon fillets marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, and warm paprika, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality results in just 18 minutes. The quick prep time and simple grilling technique make it ideal for both busy weeknights and laid-back weekend cookouts. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with tangy lemon wedges, this versatile dish pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, rice, or a crisp summer salad. Whether you're a grilling pro or a beginner, this recipe guarantees perfectly cooked salmon with deliciously charred edges every time!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 8 min
• Total Time: 18 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 4 pieces salmon fillets (skin-on, if preferred)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
• 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 375-400°F).

2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them on a large plate or cutting board.

3. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika (if using).

4. Brush both sides of each salmon fillet generously with the olive oil mixture, ensuring even coverage.

5. Lightly oil the grill grates or grill pan to prevent the salmon from sticking.

6. Place the salmon fillets on the grill, skin-side down if the skin is still on. Cook uncovered for 4 minutes without moving them to prevent tearing.

7. Using a spatula, carefully flip the salmon fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the flesh flakes easily with a fork.

8. Remove the salmon from the grill and transfer to a serving plate. Let it rest for 2 minutes.

9. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (259.1g)

Calories		401
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		26.7 g	34%
	Saturated Fat	5.7 g	28%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		95 mg	32%
Sodium		579 mg	25%
Total Carbohydrate		10.4 g	4%
	Dietary Fiber	3.9 g	14%
	Total Sugars	4.7 g
Protein		34.2 g	68%
Vitamin D		19.7 mcg	99%
Calcium		65 mg	5%
Iron		1.3 mg	7%
Potassium		818 mg	17%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 958 cal (57.4%%)

Protein: 546 cal (32.7%%)

Carbs: 166 cal (10.0%%)