Description
A perfectly seasoned, grilled salmon fillet with a touch of lemon and garlic butter—just like at Texas Roadhouse! This dish is simple, delicious, and great for a healthy meal.
Ingredients
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- For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- For the Garlic Butter:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Marinate the Salmon:
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley.
- Rub the mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to 1 hour for more flavor).
- Make the Garlic Butter:
- In a separate bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, and lemon zest. Set aside.
- Grill or Pan-Sear the Salmon:
- Grill: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400°F). Lightly oil the grates.
- Grill salmon for about 4-5 minutes per side, until it flakes easily with a fork.
- Pan-Sear: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a little olive oil.
- Cook salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through.
- Serve:
- Drizzle the garlic butter over the hot salmon.
- Serve with lemon wedges and your favorite sides like rice, mashed potatoes, or veggies.
Notes
- :
- For extra flavor, brush the salmon with garlic butter while grilling.
- Want it spicy? Add a pinch of cayenne or red pepper flakes to the seasoning.
- Oven Option: Bake at 400°F for 12-15 minutes. Broil for 2 minutes for a crispy top.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg