Garlic and Citrus Marinated Grilled Salmon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-18 · Updated 2026-05-18

Tender grilled salmon marinated in a bright garlic and citrus blend, perfect for a light healthy dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs salmon fillets, fresh lemon juice, fresh orange 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.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces, 6 oz each salmon fillets
• 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp fresh orange juice, 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the marinade.
2. Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove salmon from marinade and grill skin-side down for 4-5 minutes until edges are crispy.
4. Step 4: Flip salmon and grill for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through and opaque.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately with a drizzle of any remaining marinade warmed slightly.