Easy Greek Salmon
A delightful recipe for Greek Salmon infused with fresh herbs, zesty lemon, and garlic, perfect for a taste of the Mediterranean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (fresh, skin-on for crispiness)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by patting the salmon dry with paper towels.
- Make the marinade by whisking together olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, and half of the lemon juice.
- Marinate the salmon fillets for at least 15-20 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook the salmon skin-side down for about 5-6 minutes without moving.
- Flip the salmon and cook for another 3-4 minutes until opaque.
- Add the remaining lemon juice just before serving.
- Rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Notes
For a fruity twist, try using lime or orange instead of lemon. Serve with grilled vegetables or over rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Greek salmon, Mediterranean recipes, healthy salmon, easy fish recipes, grilled salmon
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