Description
Grilled Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce is a deliciously elegant dish that combines succulent, flaky salmon with a zesty lemon butter sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet experience that will impress your family and friends. The rich flavors and easy preparation make it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C). Clean and lightly oil the grates.
- Pat salmon fillets dry; season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt butter. Stir in minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Place salmon skin-side down on the grill; cook for 6 minutes, then carefully flip.
- Grill for an additional 4 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork, brushing with lemon butter sauce while cooking.
- Serve garnished with parsley and drizzle extra sauce over the top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg