Grilled Salmon with Citrus and Herb Garnish
A quick and elegant salmon fillet, grilled until flaky, topped with fresh orange, herbs, and a simple yogurt sauce. Ready in about 20 minutes for a weeknight dinner that feels special.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 450
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 2 6 oz each salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium orange
- ½ cup plain yogurt
- 2 tbsp fresh dill
- 1 to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- 1
Pat the 2 salmon fillets dry and brush with 1 tbsp olive oil. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high. Place the salmon skin-side down and cook until the skin is crisp and the flesh turns opaque, about 6-8 minutes. Flip and cook 2-3 minutes more until just flaky.
- 3
While the salmon cooks, mix 0.5 cup yogurt with 1 tbsp chopped dill and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- 4
Slice the orange into thin rounds. Cut one round into small wedges for garnish.
- 5
Serve the salmon with a dollop of the yogurt sauce, orange slices, and sprinkle with the remaining 1 tbsp dill. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- grill pan or skillet
- tongs
- small bowl
- knife
- cutting board
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