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Salmon on the Grill

Savory Salmon on the Grill: Flaky Perfection Made Easy

This easy Salmon on the Grill recipe delivers flaky perfection with a honey soy glaze, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets 6 oz, center cut, skin-on
  • 2 tsp Neutral Oil grapeseed or avocado oil
For the Glaze
  • 3 tbsp Soy Sauce adds umami flavor
  • 2 tbsp Honey or Brown Sugar for sweetness
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice adds brightness
  • 2 cloves Garlic grated or finely minced
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika for smokiness
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt adjust for dietary needs
  • 0.25 tsp Cracked Black Pepper for aroma and heat

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fish Spatula
  • Paper Towels

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and check for pin bones.
  2. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F to 450°F).
  3. Mix together the soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, garlic, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper in a bowl.
  4. Rub grill grates with paper towel soaked in neutral oil.
  5. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill and cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Gently flip the fillets, brush with reserved glaze, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Remove from grill and let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This grilled salmon recipe can be meal prepped and is perfect for busy weeknights.

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