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Grilled Salmon with Garlic-Butter Sauce


  • Author: Mark Taylor
  • Total Time: 36 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Grilled Salmon with Garlic-Butter Sauce is a culinary delight that transforms any gathering into a festive occasion. This dish features tender salmon fillets bathed in a rich garlic-butter sauce, creating an explosion of flavor with every bite. Perfectly grilled to achieve a golden crust, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning. Whether it’s for Juneteenth or a summer BBQ, this grilled salmon will impress your guests and leave them craving more.


Ingredients

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  • 4 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, salt, and pepper. Coat the salmon fillets with the marinade and let sit for 15-20 minutes.
  2. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F/190°C).
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and parsley.
  4. Place marinated salmon skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 6-8 minutes per side.
  5. During the last few minutes, baste the salmon with garlic-butter sauce.
  6. Transfer to plates, drizzle remaining sauce over top, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
  • Calories: 367
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Customize the sauce by adding herbs like dill or thyme for a different flavor profile. For extra zing, incorporate soy sauce or honey into the marinade.