Easy Grilled Salmon is a quick and flavorful dish that showcases the natural essence of salmon, making it perfect for busy weeknights or summer gatherings.
Author:aurora
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:5 minutes
Total Time:10 minutes
Yield:Serves 2
Category:Main
Method:Grilling
Cuisine:American
Ingredients
Scale
2 (4 oz) salmon filets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
Preheat your grill to high heat (gas) or set up charcoal for partial direct heat.
Drizzle olive oil over each salmon filet, ensuring even coverage.
Season with salt, pepper, and minced garlic; squeeze lemon juice on top.
Place filets skin-side up on the grill for 1-2 minutes until grill marks appear.
Flip carefully using a spatula and cook on indirect medium heat for an additional 5-7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.