Healthier Grilled Salmon I
Description
A simple marinade with tart and salty flavors of soy sauce and lemon is the perfect compliment to the richness of salmon. This healthier version of the original recipe uses fresh lemons and less oil.
Ingredients
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1 1/2 pounds salmon fillets
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2 teaspoons lemon juice
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1 teaspoon lemon zest
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1 clove garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1/3 cup brown sugar
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1 pinch salt to taste
Directions
1
Stir together lemon juice, lemon zest, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic and olive oil in a 9x13-inch glass baking dish until sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes. Place fish flesh side down in mixture and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
2
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil grate.
3
Place salmon on preheated grill and discard marinade.
4
Cook salmon until fish flakes easily with a fork, 6 to 8 minutes.