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Easy Grilled Salmon
Buttery, citrus-kissed salmon hits the grill in under 12 minutes, emerging with a caramelized exterior and buttery-tender flesh. A simple glaze of lemon juice and melted butter keeps the fish moist and flavor-forward without fussing. Perfect for busy weeknights when you want restaurant-quality results without the complexity.
Prep time
5 minutes
Cook time
7 minutes
Total time
12 minutes
Servings
2
Ingredients
- 2 (8-ounce) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp melted unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
- Coarse salt to taste
- Freshly cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
- Portion the salmon fillets to the size of your liking.
- Pat the fish down well on all sides with a paper towel.
- Drizzle on the olive oil and rub it in to coat on all sides.
- Season the fish well with coarse salt and freshly cracked pepper on both sides.
- Preheat the grill to high heat, about 450°F to 550°F.
- Once hot, clean the grill using a grill brush.
- Oil the grill using a kitchen towel saturated with oil, rubbed on using a pair of long tongs.
- Place the salmon flesh side down and cook for 4 minutes. Do not touch it.
- Gently flip the salmon over using a spatula, tongs, or both, and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until it reaches about 125°F internally.
- Remove the salmon from the grill, drizzle with melted butter and lemon juice, and let it rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.
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