Effortless Grilled Salmon: Your New Go-To for Flavor-Packed Weeknights

👩‍🍳 Instructions

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   Prepare Salmon: Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Choose your desired marinade (Lemon-Herb or Brown Sugar Glaze) and whisk ingredients together. Pour over salmon, ensuring all pieces are well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to 2 hours.
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   Preheat Grill: Preheat your gas grill, charcoal grill, Traeger, or grill pan to medium-high heat (400-450°F / 200-230°C). Clean grates thoroughly with a wire brush once hot, then generously oil them to prevent sticking.
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   Direct Grill Method: Place marinated salmon fillets skin-side down (if applicable) directly on the hot, oiled grates. Close the lid. Grill for 4-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and fish flakes easily with a fork. Resist moving the salmon too early to allow a crust to form.
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   Foil-Wrapped Method (Alternative): If using foil, tear off a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Place a salmon fillet in the center, adding lemon slices, herbs, or a pat of butter if desired. Fold foil tightly around the salmon to create a sealed packet. Place packet on a preheated grill (medium heat, 375°F / 190°C) and cook for 12-18 minutes, or until cooked through.
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   Air Fryer Method (Alternative): Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray basket. Place marinated salmon in a single layer. Cook for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway, until cooked to desired doneness. Time varies by thickness and model.
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   Rest and Serve: Remove salmon from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. This helps redistribute juices for a more tender result. Garnish with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon and enjoy immediately.