Best-Of-The-Best Grilled Lemon-Herb Salmon
Perfectly seared salmon fillets with a zesty lemon-herb crust, cooked to medium-rare perfection and served with a vibrant herb salad for a restaurant-quality meal. This american-inspired seafood ready in about 23 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, large lemon, finely chopped fresh dill 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1 large lemon
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high (375°F/190°C) and lightly oil the grates. In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp chopped dill, 2 tbsp chopped parsley, and the zest of 1 lemon.
- Step 2: Rub the herb mixture evenly over both sides of 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), then place skin-side down on the grill. Grill for 4 minutes without moving, then flip and cook for 3-4 more minutes until the internal temperature reaches 125°F (52°C) for medium-rare.
- Step 3: While salmon cooks, toss 4 cups mixed salad greens with 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1 tsp olive oil. Plate the salmon with the salad, and garnish with fresh lemon slices and extra dill.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Best-Of-The-Best Grilled Lemon-Herb Salmon take to make?
Total time is about 23 minutes (15 min prep + 8 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Best-Of-The-Best Grilled Lemon-Herb Salmon?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Best-Of-The-Best Grilled Lemon-Herb Salmon?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Best-Of-The-Best Grilled Lemon-Herb Salmon for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Best-Of-The-Best Grilled Lemon-Herb Salmon?
American seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★★
Absolutely wonderful.
