Lemon-Garlic Grilled Salmon with Regional Herb Salad

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Juicy grilled salmon fillets brushed with a lemon-garlic marinade, served alongside a vibrant regional herb salad with a bright vinaigrette. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 35 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, lemon juice, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 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. Let marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Step 4: Grill the salmon fillets for 4-5 minutes per side until opaque and easily flaked with a fork.
  5. Step 5: While salmon cooks, toss 4 cups mixed greens with 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, and 1 tsp honey in a large bowl until dressed and fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Serve the grilled salmon atop the herb salad immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Lemon-Garlic Grilled Salmon with Regional Herb Salad take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 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 Lemon-Garlic Grilled Salmon with Regional Herb Salad?

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 Lemon-Garlic Grilled Salmon with Regional Herb Salad?

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 Lemon-Garlic Grilled Salmon with Regional Herb Salad 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 Lemon-Garlic Grilled Salmon with Regional Herb Salad?

Mediterranean 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.

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