Description
Grilled Salmon is a delectable, heart-healthy dish known for its rich, buttery flavor and succulent texture. This straightforward recipe brings out the best in salmon with a simple marinade, highlighting the fish’s natural tastes complemented by a smoky char from the grill.
Ingredients
1 ½ pounds salmon fillets
Lemon pepper to taste
Garlic powder to taste
Salt to taste
⅓ cup soy sauce
⅓ cup brown sugar
⅓ cup water
¼ cup vegetable oil
Instructions
Season Salmon:
Season salmon fillets with lemon pepper, garlic powder, and salt.
Prepare Marinade:
In a small bowl, stir together soy sauce, brown sugar, water, and vegetable oil until the sugar is dissolved.
Marinate Salmon:
Place the seasoned fish in a large resealable plastic bag.
Pour the soy sauce mixture into the bag, seal it, and turn to coat the fish.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Preheat Grill:
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat.
Lightly oil the grate to prevent sticking.
Grill Salmon:
Place the marinated salmon on the preheated grill.
Discard any leftover marinade.
Cook the salmon until it flakes easily with a fork, about 6 to 8 minutes per side.
Serve:
Once grilled to perfection, transfer the salmon to a serving platter.
Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For best results, let the salmon marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator before grilling.
- Keep the grill lid closed as much as possible to maintain temperature and ensure even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg