Name: Grilled Salmon with Lemon Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 4 salmon fillets (skin-on or skinless); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 3 tablespoons butter; 2 garlic cloves (minced); 1/2 cup chicken broth; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; 1 teaspoon honey (optional); 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley (or fresh parsley for garnish)

Grilled Salmon with Lemon Sauce

A light and flavorful dish featuring perfectly grilled salmon with a zesty lemon sauce.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings 4

Ingredients

For the Salmon

4 salmon fillets skin-on or skinless
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Lemon Sauce

3 tablespoons butter
2 garlic cloves minced
1/2 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon honey optional
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley or fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil and season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Grill the salmon for 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through and slightly charred. Remove and keep warm.
In a small skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the chicken broth, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to combine. Add honey if desired for a touch of sweetness.
Pour the lemon sauce over the grilled salmon fillets and sprinkle with dried or fresh parsley.
Serve immediately, accompanied by a side of steamed vegetables or rice.

NUTRITION FACTS (Per Serving)

Calories: 320 kcal

Carbs: 3 g

Fat: 18 g

Protein: 35 g

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