Lemon Herb Grilled Salmon 🐟

Salmon fillets marinated with fresh lemon, garlic and dill, then grilled. Total time 18 minutes, 4 servings.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Light, healthy protein main dish ✅ Bright fresh lemon & herb flavor ✅ Fast grilling time ✅ Elegant enough for dinner guests ✅ Pairs great with veggies, rice or salad

🧾 Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Whisk olive oil, lemon juice and zest, garlic, dill, salt and pepper together.
2. Brush the marinade mixture all over the salmon fillets.
3. Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
4. Grill salmon 4–5 minutes per side until it flakes easily.
5. Squeeze extra lemon over the top and serve.

💡 Notes & Pro Tips

• Salmon is ready when it flakes easily but still looks moist in the center; avoid overcooking to prevent dryness.
• If fresh dill is unavailable, parsley makes a good substitute.