Description
Grilled Salmon with a zesty chili lime marinade is the perfect dish for any occasion, whether you are hosting a summer barbecue or enjoying a cozy family dinner. This easy-to-prepare recipe not only delivers bold flavors but also keeps cleanup to a minimum. The combination of fresh ingredients creates a vibrant meal that will impress your guests and elevate your culinary skills.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 salmon fillets (skin on)
- ¼ cup lime juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon each: smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano
- Cilantro lime butter (optional) made with unsalted butter and cilantro
Instructions
- Whisk together the marinade ingredients in a bowl, reserving some for the cilantro lime butter.
- Marinate the salmon fillets in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to between 450°F and 500°F, cleaning it thoroughly.
- Grill the salmon skin-side down for about 4–5 minutes until it releases easily from the grill.
- Flip and grill for an additional 2–3 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg