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.

Originally published as Grilled Citrus Salmon in Taste of Home Special Interest Publications 2013

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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!