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### **Ingredients You’ll Need**
– **Fresh salmon fillets** (skin-on for best grilling results)
– **Olive oil**
– **Fresh lemon juice**
– **Garlic (minced)**
– **Salt and black pepper**
– Optional: **fresh dill, parsley, or thyme**
– Optional marinade add-ins: **honey, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, or paprika**
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### **How to Grill the Perfect Salmon**
1. **Preheat the Grill**
Heat your grill to medium-high and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
2. **Prep the Salmon**
Pat the fillets dry. Brush both sides with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and garlic. Add lemon juice and any herbs or marinades if desired.
3. **Grill Skin-Side Down First**
Place the fillets skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 5–7 minutes without moving them to develop a crisp skin and prevent tearing.
4. **Flip Carefully and Finish Cooking**
Flip once and grill another 3–5 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Internal temp should be 125–130°F for medium doneness.
5. **Rest & Serve**
Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes. Serve with a squeeze of lemon and fresh herbs.
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### **Serving Suggestions**
Pair your grilled salmon with:
– **Grilled vegetables** like asparagus, zucchini, or bell peppers
– **Quinoa, rice pilaf, or couscous**
– **Fresh salad with vinaigrette**
– **Chimichurri, tzatziki, or mango salsa** for an extra flavor boost
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### **Tips for Success**
– **Use high-quality, fresh salmon**—wild-caught if possible—for the best flavor.
– **Don’t overcook**: Salmon continues to cook a little after removing from the grill, so pull it off just before it’s fully done.
– **Let it marinate** for 30 minutes if time allows to deepen the flavor.
– **No grill?** Use a grill pan or broil it in the oven for similar results.
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### **Final Thoughts**
This **Fresh Grilled Salmon Recipe** is proof that healthy eating doesn’t mean sacrificing taste. With its bold flavor, juicy texture, and versatility, it’s the kind of dish that’s as good for your body as it is for your palate.
Perfect for busy weeknights, relaxed weekend dinners, or outdoor BBQs, grilled salmon is a dish you’ll come back to again and again. Light, flavorful, and deeply satisfying—it’s everything a great meal should be.
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