Grilled Honey Lime Salmon
A delicious and easy salmon recipe featuring a sweet and tangy honey-lime marinade, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the marinade
- ⅓ cup melted unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
- 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 piece lime zest Zest from half a lime
- 2 large cloves crushed garlic
For the fish
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
- Salt and pepper To taste
- Oil for grilling
- Lime slices For garnish
- Chopped cilantro For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the salmon fillets generously with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, soy sauce, lime juice, lime zest, and crushed garlic. Reserve 1-2 tablespoons of this sauce to brush on the salmon once it’s done cooking.
- Marinate the salmon in the remaining sauce for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Grilling
- For salmon with grill marks, place the salmon skin-side down directly on the grill.
- If you prefer, you can also use foil packs for grilling by placing the salmon and a little marinade in the foil and sealing it.
- Grill the salmon until it flakes easily with a fork, usually about 4-6 minutes per side.
- Once cooked, brush with the reserved sauce and serve.
Notes
Make sure not to over-marinate the salmon, as the acidity from the lime can start to 'cook' the fish. Use a well-oiled grill to prevent sticking. Choose fresh salmon fillets for the best flavor and texture. You can customize the marinade by adding fresh herbs or a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.