Description
This grilled salmon recipe features fresh salmon fillets marinated in a savory blend of olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, fresh herbs, and garlic. The marinade infuses the fish with rich flavor before it is perfectly grilled to a juicy, tender finish. Ideal for a quick and delicious dinner that can also be adapted for baking, broiling, or pan searing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 salmon fillets (4–6 ounces each)
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon parsley leaves, chopped
- 2 teaspoons thyme leaves, chopped
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, chopped parsley, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper. Whisk thoroughly until well blended.
- Set aside 1 tablespoon of the marinade in the refrigerator for basting later. Add minced garlic to the remaining marinade in the bowl.
- Place the salmon fillets into the bowl with the marinade. Spoon the marinade over the salmon to coat evenly, then cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 8 hours for optimal flavor.
- Remove the salmon from the marinade, scraping off any excess herbs or garlic bits to prevent burning during grilling.
- Heat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan over medium-high heat. If using an outdoor grill, coat the grill grates with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
- Place the salmon fillets on the grill and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until the salmon turns opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Brush the reserved marinade over the grilled salmon fillets immediately after cooking, then serve hot.
Notes
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 361
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg