Simple Grilled Salmon

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!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:8 mins

Total Time:18 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 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)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 8

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

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(475.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1099.1

Total Fat 80.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 252mg	0%
Sodium 2600.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 5.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g	0%
Total Sugars 1.0g
Protein 88.9g	0%

Vitamin D 2104IU	0%
Calcium 60.9mg	0%
Iron 3.1mg	0%
Potassium 1578.8mg	0%

*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: 65.7%

Protein: 32.3%

Carbs: 2.0%