Ingredients
– 2 pounds salmon fillet (whole or cut into 6-ounce portions)
– ¼ cup olive oil
– ⅓ cup soy sauce (use regular or reduced sodium)
– 3 tablespoons lemon juice
– 1 tablespoon mild honey
– 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional)
– 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
– 4 cloves garlic, minced or ½-1 teaspoon dried garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest (from one medium lemon)
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1-First, pat the salmon dry and remove any bones to ensure it absorbs the marinade well.
2-Then, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, brown sugar, parsley, garlic, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl until fully blended.
3-Next, place the salmon in a large resealable bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag, remove excess air, and let it chill in the fridge for 30 to 60 minutes, though 20 minutes works in a pinch, but don’t go over 4-6 hours to keep the texture just right.
4-After marinating, take the salmon out and discard the leftover marinade to avoid any sogginess. Now, cook it your way: for grilling, heat to 400-450°F and grill skin-side down for 10-12 minutes per inch of thickness, or 8-10 minutes for smaller fillets, then rest for 5 minutes.
5-For baking, put the salmon in an oiled shallow dish and bake at 375°F for 15-22 minutes based on thickness, or 12-15 minutes for individual pieces, followed by a 5-minute rest. This method keeps the fish flaky and full of flavor, making it a hit for family dinners.
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🔥 Marinate salmon for at least 30 minutes to let flavors penetrate but avoid over-marinating to prevent texture breakdown.
🍋 Use fresh lemon zest and juice for bright, fresh flavor.
🌿 Adding fresh herbs like parsley enhances the marinade’s aroma and taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Marinating time: 30 to 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 to 22 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Marinating, Grilling, Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Paleo
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz salmon fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg