Grilled Salmon with Charred Lemon and Herb Oil
In short: Salmon fillets grilled over medium-high heat beside charred lemon halves, then topped with a bright parsley and chive oil. Ready in 25 minutes. It takes about 22 min in total and makes 4 servings.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 12 min
- Total
- 22 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 455 kcal
Salmon is forgiving on the grill because its fat keeps the flesh moist even over strong heat. The trick is a clean, well-oiled grate and a gentle hand when turning. Here the fillets cook skin side down for most of the time, which protects the flesh, while lemon halves char alongside. A quick herb oil of parsley, chives and garlic finishes the plate without any cooking.
Instructions
- Mix the herb oil ingredients in a small bowl and leave them to infuse while you prepare the grill.
- Heat a gas or charcoal grill to medium-high, about 200°C (400°F). Scrub the grate clean and wipe it with an oiled paper towel held in tongs.
- Pat the salmon dry. Rub the fillets with the olive oil and season with the salt and pepper.
- Lay the fillets on the grate skin side down, with the lemon halves cut side down beside them. Close the lid and cook for 5 to 6 minutes without moving anything.
- Slide a thin spatula under the fish and flip carefully. Grill the flesh side for 2 to 4 minutes, until the fish flakes and reads 63°C (145°F) at the thickest part. Lift the lemons once they are charred and soft.
- Move the salmon to a platter, spoon the herb oil over it and squeeze a charred lemon half over each fillet.
Tips
- No grill? Use a ridged grill pan over medium-high heat, or roast the fillets at 220°C (425°F) for 10 to 12 minutes.
- If your grate is old or the fish is delicate, grill it on a soaked cedar plank or a sheet of oiled foil.
Questions and answers
How do I keep salmon from sticking to the grill?
Clean the grate well, oil it right before cooking and let the skin side release by itself before you flip. Resist moving the fillet early.
How long do I grill salmon fillets?
Allow about 8 to 10 minutes in total for fillets 2.5 cm (1 inch) thick over medium-high heat. Check for flaking and 63°C (145°F) rather than relying on the clock alone.
Can I grill salmon from frozen?
It is better to thaw it first. Frozen fillets burn outside before the center cooks, so thaw overnight in the fridge and pat dry.
How long does it take to make Grilled Salmon with Charred Lemon and Herb Oil?
About 22 min in total: 10 min of preparation and 12 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Grilled Salmon with Charred Lemon and Herb Oil?
About 455 kcal per serving, with 34 g of protein, 1 g of carbohydrates and 35 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 455 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 34 g |
| Carbohydrates | 1 g |
| Fat | 35 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
