Grilled Citrus Salmon

Name: Grilled Citrus Salmon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1/2 cup canola oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons orange juice; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon grated orange zest; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 salmon fillets (about 1-1/2 pounds each); orange or lemon slices, optional

This is a great recipe for summer entertaining. The orange and lemon add a bright burst of fresh citrus flavor. —Linda Schend, Kenosha, Wisconsin

Ingredients

1/2 cup canola oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 garlic clove, minced
2 salmon fillets (about 1-1/2 pounds each)
orange or lemon slices, optional

Directions

Combine the first seven ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Grill salmon over medium heat, skin side down, for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Baste every 5 minutes with citrus mixture. Garnish with orange or lemon slices if desired.

Nutrition Facts

6 ounces cooked salmon: 530 calories, 40g fat (6g saturated fat), 114mg cholesterol, 115mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 39g protein.

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josuec2556

Aug 3, 2014

So delicious
tsuop

Aug 2, 2014

I used only the lemon, I thought the orange would make it too sweet, as I do not like sweet meat or seafood. It was fantastic!! I didn't cook it as long, only 12 min. did it perfect.
Eich-Mac

Aug 1, 2014

Love the citrus but be careful not to overcook the salmon!
KarenKeefe

Aug 1, 2014

So easy and absolutely delicious! Our dinner guests were so impressed! A real keeper!