Charcoal-Grilled Citrus-Herb Salmon Fillets

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Salmon fillets infused with fresh herbs and citrus, perfectly grilled over charcoal for a smoky, bright seafood dish. This Mediterranean-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs salmon fillets with skin, lemon zest, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create a marinade.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) skin side down in a shallow dish and pour marinade over them. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Prepare a charcoal grill for medium heat (around 375°F) and oil the grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Step 4: Remove salmon from marinade and place fillets skin side down on the grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes without moving to allow crisping.
  5. Step 5: Flip salmon carefully and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Step 6: Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve with grilled lemon wedges or fresh salad.

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