Description
Elevate your dining experience with this easy Salmon Marinade, perfect for summer grilling or cozy family dinners. Combining the savory richness of soy sauce, the brightness of lemon juice, and the aromatic allure of garlic, this marinade not only enhances the natural flavors of salmon but also works brilliantly with other fish and chicken. With minimal effort, you can impress your guests or enjoy a weeknight meal that bursts with flavor. This versatile marinade ensures your salmon is tender and moist, making it a go-to recipe for any cooking occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds salmon fillet
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ⅓ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prep the fish by patting it dry and removing any bones.
- In a medium measuring jug, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Place the salmon in a zip-top bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag while removing excess air and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to 400-450°F or oven to 375°F.
- Remove salmon from the marinade and discard it. Grill skin-side down for about 10-12 minutes per inch of thickness or bake in an oiled shallow dish for approximately 15-22 minutes based on thickness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg