Grilled Salmon Fillet W. Lemon & Butter Sauce Recipe
Served w/ pasta or vegetables
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Ingredients
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For the Grilled Salmon Fillet
For the Lemon & Butter Sauce
For Serving
Method
For the Grilled Salmon Fillet
- 1
- 2
Grill the Salmon
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill. Grill for about 4-5 minutes, then carefully flip and grill for another 4-5 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. During the last minute of grilling, add lemon slices on top of the fillets.
- 3
Add Lemon Juice
Remove the salmon from the grill and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
For the Lemon & Butter Sauce
- 4
Make the Sauce
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- 5
Finish the Sauce
Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon zest. Cook for an additional minute, then remove from heat.
For Serving
- 6
Serve the Dish
Place a serving of pasta or mixed vegetables on each plate. Top with the grilled salmon fillet and drizzle the lemon & butter sauce over the top. Serve immediately.
