How to Make Grilled Dijon-Lemon Pepper Salmon - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to easy and delicious grilling recipes, salmon is always a top choice. Not only is it packed with healthy omega-3 fatty acids, but it is also incredibly versatile and cooks up quickly on the grill. One of our favorite ways to enjoy this flavorful fish is with a zesty Dijon and lemon pepper marinade that adds a burst of bright and fresh citrus flavor.

This Grilled Dijon-Lemon Pepper Salmon recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a weekend cookout. The combination of t...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons lemon pepper
  • 2 teaspoons dried dill weed
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic salt
  • 2 (6 ounce) salmon fillets

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 6-ounce fillets

  • Combine mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon pepper, dill, black pepper, and garlic salt in a resealable plastic bag; add salmon. Gently coat salmon with the marinade. Place sealed bag in refrigerator; marinate about 2 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Cook salmon skin-side down on the grill, 3 to 4 minutes. Flip and cook until fish flakes easily with a fork, or to desired degree of doneness, 3 to 4 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    408 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 75mg
    • Sodium: 2434mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 92mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 680mg