About this recipe

A simple, healthy, and absolutely delicious grilled salmon that comes together in under 30 minutes. Seasoned with a bright lemon-garlic marinade and grilled to perfection, this gluten-free dinner is light yet satisfying — perfect for busy weeknights or weekend entertaining.

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried oregano, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper until well combined.

2. 2

   Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them in a shallow dish or on a plate. Spoon or brush the marinade evenly over all sides of the fillets. Let them rest at room temperature for 10 minutes while you preheat the grill.

3. 3

   Preheat your outdoor grill or grill pan over ^[medium-high heat] (about ![400–425°F]). Lightly oil the grill grates with a folded paper towel dipped in olive oil, using tongs. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 4–5 minutes without moving them, until the skin is crispy and releases easily from the grates.

4. 4

   Carefully flip the salmon fillets using tongs or a wide spatula. Cook for another 3–4 minutes on the flesh side, until the salmon fillets is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. An instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part should read %[125–130°F for medium] or %[145°F for well done].

5. 5

   Transfer the salmon fillets to a serving plate and let it rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.