Grilled Salmon with Herbs
Grilled salmon with fresh herbs for a healthy, protein-rich meal. This omega-3 packed dish is light, flavorful, and ready in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 6- ounce 170g salmon fillets, skin on or off (skin-on recommended for crispiness)
- 1/4 cup packed mixed fresh herbs finely chopped (parsley, dill, thyme, chives)
- 2 tbsp 30 ml extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp 15 ml fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp 3 g kosher salt, or to taste
- 1/4 tsp 0.5 g freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat grill to high (450–500°F / 232–260°C) and clean grates with a grill brush.
- In a small bowl, mix herbs, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the herb rub.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
- Brush herb rub evenly over both sides of the salmon.
- Place salmon on the grill (skin-side down if skin-on), directly on the grates.
- Sear with lid closed for 4–5 minutes without moving, until skin is crispy and sides start to cook.
- Flip carefully and cook 3–4 minutes more, until salmon flakes easily; internal temp ~145°F (63°C).
- Rest 1–2 minutes (optional), then serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- For extra non-stick, oil the grates lightly or brush a bit of oil on the fish just before grilling.
- Doneness: remove slightly earlier (125–130°F / 52–54°C) for medium; it will carryover-cook.