Ingredients
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- 4 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley or dill) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F).
- In a bowl, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in lemon juice, minced garlic, and lemon zest.
- Pat salmon fillets dry and season with salt and pepper on both sides. Drizzle half of the marinade over the salmon.
- Grill the fish skin-side down for about 6 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Baste with remaining marinade while grilling for added flavor.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and extra lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg