Broiled Salmon with Lemon and Herbs Recipe
This broiled salmon recipe offers a quick and flavorful way to prepare tender, moist salmon fillets with a delicious blend of olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, and fresh herbs. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, the salmon is broiled to perfection, achieving a lovely browned exterior while remaining juicy inside.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Salmon and Marinade
- 4 salmon fillets (4–6 ounces each)
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley (plus more for garnish)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
For Serving
- Lemon wedges
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the Broiler: Set your oven broiler to high heat and prepare a sheet pan by coating it lightly with cooking spray to prevent the salmon from sticking.
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, fresh thyme leaves, salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Whisk thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended.
- Marinate the Salmon: Add the salmon fillets to the bowl with the marinade, tossing gently to coat each piece evenly with the flavorful mixture.
- Arrange Salmon on Pan: Place the coated salmon fillets on the prepared sheet pan in a single layer, ensuring they are spaced evenly for even cooking.
- Broil the Salmon: Place the sheet pan under the preheated broiler. Broil the salmon for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the fish is nicely browned on top and opaque throughout when checked with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven, garnish with additional chopped fresh parsley and lemon wedges, and serve immediately for a fresh, zesty finish.
Notes
- Watch the salmon carefully while broiling as cooking times can vary depending on the thickness of the fillets and the strength of your broiler.
- For even more intense flavor, marinate the salmon for 15-30 minutes before broiling.
- Cooking spray helps prevent sticking, but you can also use parchment paper for easier cleanup.
- Use fresh herbs whenever possible for the best flavor.
- This recipe pairs wonderfully with steamed vegetables or a light salad.
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