Ingredients
1½ pounds salmon, skin-on
Fresh dill sprigs
1 lemon, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter or olive oil
Kosher salt
Black pepper
4 cloves garlic, minced
Heavy-duty aluminum foil
Instructions
1. Bring salmon to room temperature and preheat the grill to 375°F (medium heat).
2. Prepare aluminum foil with an optional parchment lining, lightly spray to prevent sticking.
3. Lay dill sprigs and lemon slices on the foil, then place salmon skin-side down on top.
4. Drizzle melted butter or oil over the salmon, then season with salt and pepper.
5. Scatter minced garlic over the fish, add more dill and lemon slices, and seal the foil into a packet.
6. Place the foil packet on the grill, close the lid, and cook for 14 to 18 minutes.
7. Open the top of the foil and grill uncovered for an additional 3 minutes.
8. Check that salmon flakes easily and reaches 135°F, then let it rest briefly before serving.
Last Step:
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🔪 Use heavy-duty foil to prevent tearing when grilling.
🐟 Grill skin-side down directly on the grate to maintain moisture.
🌡️ Use a thermometer to ensure the perfect doneness of 135°F.
- Prep Time: 5-10 minutes
- Grilling Time: 14-18 minutes
- Cook Time: 17-21 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 oz
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Fat: 17 g
- Carbohydrates: Minimal
- Protein: 34 g