Grilled Salmon is a juicy and smokey flavored Seafood dish packed full of flavor and taste. It is usually prepared with fresh Salmon fillets and a flavor-bursting seasoning marinade for lunch and dinner. The recipe I have shared here shows you how to make Grilled Salmon with a simple seasoning marinade with easy step-by-step instructions.
I have also shared a detailed video of this recipe to show the process visually clear for you to try at home. This Grilled Salmon is the best in its taste and flavor and it pairs well with brown rice and white rice. And the best part is it comes together in under 30 minutes.
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What is Grilled Salmon?
Grilled Salmon is a juicy and smokey flavored seafood dish made easily in a grilling pan, charcoal, or gas grill. The fresh Salmon fillets with skin or skinless are usually marinated in a seasoning marinade and then grilled at high temperature.
Usually, Salmon dishes are easy to make and packed with bursting flavors depending on the marinade used. The marinade can be mild, spicy, or filled with a lot of herbs. Making the best Grilled Salmon is not all hard if you master some easy grilling techniques.
So I have shared some easy tips and tricks to make the best dish along with the recipe for you to try at home. This seafood dish is a flavor-packed treat for busy weeknights and comes together in one pan if you grill some veggies too.
Ingredients
The ingredients that you will need to make this Grilled Salmon are simple and they should be easily available in most grocery stores.
- Salmon Fillets - I have used salmon fillets with skin but you could also use without skin and evn salmon steak works good for this recipe
- Olive Oil - You can choose oil that has got high smoking point, and mild or neutral tasting flavor
- Garlic - Add lot of minced garlic that delivers a fresh aroma and taste
- Paprika and Pepper Powder - Paprika usually does not have high spice in it and it gives a nice red color to your fish. I have also added pepper to increase the heat
- Lime Zest and Juice - Feel free to use lemon or lime. Since I had lime handy I used it
- Parsley - Fresh or dried parsely to give some fresh touch to dish
Grilled Salmon Marinade
Even though Salmon naturally has a unique appetizing taste and flavor, marinating with the best salmon marinade with perfect seasoning ingredients will enhance its taste to the core. So the marinade I am sharing here is super simple to make but delivers the best flavor.
- Grab all the ingredients - Take all the ingredients listed under marinade
- Mix Everything Together - Mix the olive oil, garlic, paprika, pepper, parsley, salt, lime zest, and lemon juice
- Ready to Marinate - Now the marinade is ready to marinate Salmon fillets
How to make Grilled Salmon?
This recipe is made with Salmon fillets with skin and a grilling pan to grill them. But I have shared some tips about how to grill them in a cedar plank, charcoal, or gas grill if you are looking for one. The grilling Pan method is an easy way to achieve a similar smokey flavor and taste indoors, so yeah without further delay let's jump into the process.
Following are the high-level instructions of this recipe and for detailed step-by-step instructions with photos and video please check out the recipe card below.
- Marinate the Fish fillets - Add a generous amount of the marinade that we have already prepared and brush evenly to coat on all sides
- Rest it for 10 minutes - Resting them for few minutes will help the fish to absorb all the flavors from the marinade
- Grill - Now preheat the grilling pan for 5 to 7 minutes in medium heat. Brush the grilling pan with high smoke point neutral tasting oil and place the fish fillets one by one. Grill each side for about 5 to 7 minutes or until the fish flakes with fork easily
- Serve - Now the delicious smokey flavored Grilled Salmon is ready to taste and enjoy. Serve hot with veggie salad, rice or similar other dishes
Note: For a more charred exterior you can grill the fish on high for the last few minutes.
Grilling Temperature and Time
The Salmon brings out its juicy texture taste and flavor whether it is done on Cedar Plank, Charcoal, or Gas grill. I have already mentioned above about grilling in a grill pan, so this section is all about other methods and the right time and temperature to make it perfect.
- Charcoal Grill - For Charcoal grill, the temperture can be from 470 to 500 degrees Farenheit. Similar to oven preheat them with its lid closed for about 10 minutes. Now place the seasoned salmon fillets on the grill cook on each side for about 5 to 7 minutes or until it easily flakes off
- Gas Grill - Preheat your gas grill in medium around 380 to 400 degrees Farenheit. Place the marinated Salmon fillets on the grill and close and cook for 5 to 7 minutes. Open the lid and flip to other side and grill again for 5 to 7 minutes or until the fish easily flakes with a fork
- Cedar Plank - Soak the cedar plank in water for 2 hours and preheat your charcoal or gas grill as mentioned above. Place the cedar plank with enough space on the grill and place the seasoned salmon on it. Close and grill for 12 to 15 minutes until the salmon turns uniformly pink
Tips
- Marinade - I have used a simple marinade made with olive oil, paprika, herbs, and garlic for this grilled salmon but you can always feel free to add your favorite add-ins according to your taste preferences
- Salmon - This recipe worked for both salmon fillets with skin and skinless, but I preferred to use with skin that oozes its delicious fat that makes the dish tasty and flavorful. You could also use salmon steak to make this recipe
- Temperature - Since I have used a grilling pan here, I have grilled the fish fillets on medium heat, but for the gas grill or charcoal grill the temperature should be from 380 to 400 degrees Fahrenheit
- Grill Time - The best and preferred Salmon Grill time is for about 5 minutes on each side. Since we love the more charred smokey flavor I have grilled it for 5 to 7 minutes or until fish flakes with a fork
- Best way to grill - The best way to grill salmon is using a charcoal grill for a more natural smokey flavor, but you could also bring a similar taste using a gas grill, cedar plank or grilling pan as well. You can also use foil to grill the salmon
- Other Marinade Options - You could also use bbq sauce, teriyaki sauce, soy sauce glaze, and herbs to make the best Grilled Salmon
- Serving - This easy and delicious seafood dish goes perfectly great with grilled veggies, salad, or rice
Calories
This Grilled Salmon that I have shared here has 495 calories per serving and it is just an estimate by the nutrition calculator. The calorie count may vary if you swap or change any ingredients. You could also find the detailed nutritional information in the recipe card below.
Storage Suggestions
Even though I suggest eating this dish as fresh as possible, you can store the leftover in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in an airtight container.
Serving Suggestions
This Grilled Salmon tastes great on its own but you can also serve this rice dishes like white rice, brown rice, Asparagus, Roasted Broccoli, Roasted Carrots, salmon salad, or with your favorite veggies.
Related Recipes
You could find similar Salmon recipes below and more at Seafood Recipes.
- Baked Salmon
- Pan Seared Salmon
- Blackened Salmon
- Garlic Butter Baked Salmon
- Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon
- Teriyaki Salmon
- Air Fryer Salmon
- Pan Fried Salmon
- Salmon Patties(Cakes)
- Fish Fry
- Fish Tandoori
- Salmon Pasta
- Fried Shrimp
You could also find Tandoori Chicken, and Paneer Tikka if you are looking for different kinds of grilled recipes.
Grilled Salmon Recipe video
I have also shared a detailed video to make this Grilled Salmon Recipe below that I hope will help to make a perfect dish easily at home. And you could also find this recipe in story format.
📖 Recipe
Best Grilled Salmon Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 Salmon Fillet
- 1 tbsp Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Parsley, dried
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 2 tsp Olive Oil
- ½ tsp Pepper Powder
- ½ tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Lime Zest
- 1 tbsp Lime Juice
Instructions
To make Grilled Salmon Marinade
- In a glass bowl, add olive oil, garlic, paprika, pepper powder, parsley, lime zest, lemon juice, and salt. Mix everything well to combine
To Marinate the Salmon Fillets
- Now add a generous amount of marinade over the salmon fillets and brush to coat evenly on all sides
- Allow the Salmon fillets to rest for at least 10 minutes. This helps the fish to absorb the flavors from the marinade
To make Grilled Salmon
- In a grilling pan with medium heat, add 2 tsp of oil and spread them evenly. Place the marinated Salmon fillets one by one
- Allow it to grill for 6 to 5 minutes on each side or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork
- Now the delicious Grilled Salmon is ready for you to taste and enjoy
To Serve
- Serve this Juicy and Smoky Grilled Salmon with your favorite grilled veggies, salad, and rice
Video
Notes
- Marinade - I have used a simple marinade made with olive oil, paprika, herbs, and garlic for this grilled salmon but you can always feel free to add your favorite add-ins according to your taste preferences
- Salmon - This recipe worked for both salmon fillets with skin and skinless, but I preferred to use with skin that oozes its delicious fat that makes the dish tasty and flavorful. You could also use salmon steak to make this recipe
- Temperature - Since I have used a grilling pan here, I have grilled the salmon fillets on medium heat, but for the gas grill or charcoal grill the temperature should be from 450 to 480 degrees Fahrenheit
- Grill Time - The best and preferred Salmon Grill time is for about 5 minutes on each side. Since we love the more charred smokey flavor I have grilled it for 5 to 7 minutes or until fish flakes with a fork
- Best way to grill - The best way to grill salmon is using a charcoal grill for a more natural smokey flavor, but you could also bring a similar taste using a gas grill or grilling pan as well
- Other Marinade Options - You could also use bbq sauce, teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, and herbs to make the best Grilled Salmon
- Serving - This easy and delicious seafood dish goes perfectly great with grilled veggies, salad, or rice
Nutrition
FAQ
Grilled Salmon is a juicy and smokey flavored seafood dish made easily in a grilling pan, charcoal, or gas grill. The fresh Salmon fillets with skin or skinless are usually marinated in a seasoning marinade and then grilled at high temperature.
The temperature for grilling salmon may range from 380 to 500 degrees Fahrenheit based on the grill or pan you are using. And the grill time range from 5 to 7 minutes on each side to get a smokey and juicy fillet.
The salmon should be perfectly cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 140 degrees Fahrenheit or it easily flakes with a fork.
This Grilled Salmon that I have shared here has 495 calories per serving and it is just an estimate by the nutrition calculator. The calorie count may vary if you replace or skip any ingredients. You could also find detailed nutritional information in the recipe card above.
The best way to grill salmon is using a charcoal grill for a more natural smokey flavor, but you could also bring a similar taste using a gas grill, cedar plank, or grilling pan as well. You can also use foil to grill the salmon
I hope you enjoyed the recipe that I have shared here and I would love to hear from you on how it turned out for you. Please let me know.
If you have any other questions, feel free to post them in the comment section below and I will try to get back to you as soon as possible.
Happy Cooking!
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