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Naked Grilled Salmon Recipe

Experience the pure, delicious taste of fresh Northwest salmon with this simple yet elegant recipe. Perfectly grilled to flaky perfection, this recipe lets the natural flavor of the salmon shine. Minimal ingredients, maximum flavor – a must-try for salmon lovers!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 163.9 kcal
Protein 45g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Naked Grilled Salmon

  • 1 (6 ounce) salmon fillet
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

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How to Make Naked Grilled Salmon

  1. Rinse the salmon fillet and gently pat it dry with paper towels.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. (For charcoal grills, you'll want a good bed of hot coals.)
  3. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the salmon fillet.
  4. If your salmon fillet has skin, rub the olive oil on both sides. Otherwise, focus on one side.
  5. Rub one side of the fillet with 1 clove of minced garlic. Sprinkle generously with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.
  6. Carefully place the salmon, garlic-side down, on the preheated grill grates.
  7. Grill for approximately 8-10 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillet. Flip once, and cook for another 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
  8. Remove from grill and serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

5g

Carbs

0g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Very Low Carbs Main Dish Seafood Easy Beginner Cook Salmon Fish Dietary Low Sodium Low Saturated Fat High Protein Low Carb High In Something Low In Something Saltwater Fish