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 grilling recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs salmon fillets with skin, lemon zest, and 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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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