Description
Grilled Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce is a delightful dish that elevates any meal with its rich, buttery flavor and zesty kick. The combination of perfectly grilled salmon and a bright lemon butter sauce creates a culinary masterpiece that’s not only impressive but also easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- 2. Pat salmon fillets dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
- 3. Grill salmon skin-side down for about 6 minutes; flip and cook for another 4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- 4. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, add garlic, and sauté for one minute. Stir in lemon juice and parsley.
- 5. Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over grilled salmon before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs like dill or cilantro in the sauce. Pair with roasted vegetables or a light salad for a refreshing meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.