Description
Grilled Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce is a delightful dish that effortlessly elevates any meal into a special occasion. Succulent salmon fillets are grilled to perfection and richly drizzled with a vibrant lemon butter sauce, offering an irresistible blend of flavors. This recipe combines simplicity with gourmet flair, making it ideal for family dinners, barbecues, or celebrations. Impress your loved ones with this elegant yet easy-to-make dish!
Ingredients
- 4 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- Pat the salmon fillets dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and dill; simmer gently.
- Place salmon skin-side down on the grill. Grill for about 6 minutes per side while basting occasionally with the lemon butter sauce.
- Check for doneness; salmon should flake easily at an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Serve the grilled salmon drizzled with remaining lemon butter sauce alongside your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For an added flavor boost, consider marinating the salmon in lemon juice and herbs before grilling. - Feel free to customize by adding capers or using dried herbs if fresh ones aren't available. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently to maintain moisture.