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Grilled Salmon for Two Recipe

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This grilled salmon recipe for two features a perfectly seasoned, tender, and flaky salmon fillet with crisp skin. Marinated lightly with garlic, dill, salt, and pepper, the salmon is grilled over medium heat to produce delicious grill marks and a juicy interior. Garnished with fresh herbs and lemon slices, this dish is an easy, healthy, and elegant meal that can be prepared in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Salmon Fillet

  • 10.6 ounces skin-on salmon fillet (tail-end, 300 grams)

Seasoning & Garnishes

  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/8 teaspoon dill weed
  • Pinch of dill weed, for garnish
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
  • Slices of fresh lemon, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Dry the salmon: Pat the salmon fillet dry on all sides using paper towels to remove excess moisture for better searing and grill marks.
  2. Score the skin: Place the salmon on a wooden plate skin side up and carefully make two slits on the skin about 2 inches apart to help the skin crisp up while grilling.
  3. Oil the salmon: Grease all sides of the salmon fillet evenly with 1 tablespoon of oil to prevent sticking and enhance browning.
  4. Season the fillet: Mix granulated garlic, dill weed, kosher salt, and ground black pepper, then evenly season the entire salmon fillet to infuse flavor.
  5. Preheat and place on grill: Heat the grill to medium heat and lay the salmon fillet skin side down directly onto the grill grates.
  6. Grill first side: Cook the salmon undisturbed for 8 minutes until grill marks form and the skin is crisp.
  7. Flip and grill second side: Carefully turn the salmon over and grill undisturbed for an additional 7 minutes until the salmon flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 135°F (57.2°C) with nice grill marks.
  8. Rest the salmon: Remove from the grill and let rest for 10 minutes. This allows the internal temperature to rise to 145°F (63°C) through residual heat ensuring safe and moist salmon.
  9. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle a pinch of dill weed and chopped fresh parsley atop the salmon and serve with fresh lemon slices for added brightness and flavor.

Notes

  • Scoring the skin prevents the fillet from curling and helps the skin crisp up evenly.
  • Resting the salmon after grilling ensures it finishes cooking to a safe temperature without drying out.
  • Use a clean well-oiled grill to prevent sticking and achieve perfect grill marks.
  • Adjust grilling times slightly depending on the thickness of the fillet and heat of your grill.
  • Internal temperature of 145°F ensures the salmon is fully cooked and safe to eat, according to FDA guidelines.

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