Citrus-Marinated Grilled Salmon with Herb Salsa

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Grilled salmon marinated in bright citrus and herbs, topped with a fresh salsa that complements the smoky char. This American-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 37 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, lemon juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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: 25 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 American cuisine 370 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a shallow dish, whisk together 3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons orange juice, 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Add 4 salmon fillets and marinate for 20 minutes in the refrigerator.
  2. Step 2: While salmon marinates, combine 2 diced roma tomatoes, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, and 1 minced jalapeño in a bowl. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Remove salmon from marinade and grill skin-side down for 5-6 minutes, then flip and grill for another 4-5 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  4. Step 4: Serve the grilled salmon topped generously with the citrus-herb salsa.

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