Fresh Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon Recipe with Easy Asparagus Bundles
A quick and fresh grilled salmon recipe featuring a lemon herb marinade paired with asparagus bundles tied with kitchen twine for easy grilling. Perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 skin-on salmon fillets, about 6 oz (170 g) each
- 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
- 2 tbsp finely chopped dill
- 2 tbsp finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lb (450 g) asparagus, trimmed and grouped into 4 bundles
- Kitchen twine to tie asparagus bundles
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
- Optional: butter pats for serving
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped dill, parsley, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside.
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish, skin side down. Pour marinade over fillets, turning gently to coat all sides. Cover and refrigerate for 15-20 minutes (do not marinate longer than 30 minutes).
- Trim tough ends off asparagus. Group into 4 equal bundles (6-8 spears each) and tie tightly with kitchen twine. Brush lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 375°F / 190°C). Clean and oil grates well to prevent sticking.
- Place asparagus bundles on grill perpendicular to grates. Cook for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until bright green and tender but still crisp.
- Place salmon fillets skin side down on grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes without moving to get grill marks. Flip carefully and cook an additional 3-4 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
- Remove salmon and asparagus from grill. Let salmon rest for 3 minutes before serving. Serve topped with extra chopped herbs or lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
Do not marinate salmon longer than 30 minutes to avoid ‘cooking’ the fish with lemon juice. Pat salmon dry before marinating to help marinade stick and prevent flare-ups. Oil grill grates well to prevent sticking. Tie asparagus bundles tightly for even cooking and easy handling. For indoor cooking, use a grill pan and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes as an alternative.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (6 o
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 34
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