Zesty Orange Glazed Salmon on the Grill: Your New Weeknight Hero!

👩‍🍳 Instructions

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   Prepare the Orange Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together orange juice, honey (or maple syrup), soy sauce, 1 tablespoon olive oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, Dijon mustard, and red pepper flakes (if using). Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Whisk until well combined.
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   Marinate Salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place them in a shallow dish or Ziploc bag. Pour about half of the prepared orange glaze over the salmon, ensuring each fillet is coated. Let marinate at room temperature for 15-20 minutes. Reserve the other half of the glaze for brushing during cooking.
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   Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400-450°F / 200-230°C). Once hot, clean the grates thoroughly with a wire brush. Lightly oil the grates using a wadded paper towel dipped in olive oil held with tongs.
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   Grill Salmon: Remove salmon from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Lightly brush both sides of the fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place salmon skin-side down (if applicable) on the hot, oiled grates. Close the lid and grill for 4-6 minutes without moving, until grill marks appear and the fish releases easily.
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   Flip and Glaze: Carefully flip the salmon. Generously brush the top side of the fillets with some of the reserved glaze. Close the lid and continue to grill for another 3-5 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork (internal temperature 145°F / 63°C). Brush with more glaze during the last minute or two of cooking.
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   Rest and Serve: Transfer the grilled salmon to a platter, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or cilantro and orange wedges or zest. Serve immediately.