Description
This Low-Carb Grilled Salmon delivers a perfect balance of smoky char and buttery, flaky tenderness. Packed with Omega-3 fatty acids and high-quality protein, it is perfect for busy weeknights or fancy weekend dinners.
Ingredients
4 fillets (6 oz) Salmon Fillets
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
3 cloves Garlic
1 tablespoon Fresh Dill
1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Monk Fruit Sweetener (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 400°F)
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel
- In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, dill, paprika, salt, pepper, and monk fruit sweetener
- Brush the marinade over the flesh side of the salmon fillets and let sit for 5-10 minutes
- Oil the grill grates using a paper towel and tongs
- Place the salmon fillets on the grill flesh-side down and sear for 4-5 minutes
- Flip the fillets skin-side down and grill for another 3-4 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F
- Remove from grill, cover loosely with foil, and let rest for 3 minutes before serving
Notes
Keep the skin on during cooking for better texture and moisture retention.
If using frozen salmon, thaw it completely in the refrigerator before grilling.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg