Grilled Salmon with Arugula
A quick and healthy weeknight dinner: perfectly grilled salmon fillets served over a bed of fresh arugula with a simple lemon-olive oil dressing.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 34g
Ingredients
- 4 6 oz each salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 5 oz arugula
Instructions
- 1
Pat the 4 salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Rub both sides with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 0.5 tsp black pepper.
- 2
Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Place the salmon skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the skin is crisp and releases easily.
- 3
Flip the salmon and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until the flesh is opaque and flakes with a fork. Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes.
- 4
In a large bowl, whisk the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil with the juice of 1 lemon. Add the 5 oz arugula and toss to coat.
- 5
Divide the arugula among 4 plates. Top each with a salmon fillet. Serve immediately, with extra lemon wedges if desired.
- 6
Optional: add a pinch of chili flakes or a clove of minced garlic to the dressing for extra flavor.
Tools you’ll need
- Grill or grill pan
- Tongs
- Large bowl
- Whisk
- Cutting board
- Knife
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