Grilled Salmon and Lemons with Herbs

Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

• 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the grill
• 1 (2 1/2-pound) skin-on side of salmon, pin bones removed
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 4 lemons, halved
• 2 tablespoons mixed chopped fresh herbs such as tarragon, marjoram, thyme and parsley

Preparation

1. 1

   Step 1

   Oil grill grates, then preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. 2

   Step 2

   Meanwhile, brush salmon all over with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
3. 3

   Step 3

   Arrange salmon on grill, skin-side down and cook, gently flipping once, until golden brown on both sides and cooked to desired doneness, up to about 15 minutes total.
4. 4

   Step 4

   To flip the salmon, use two large spatulas.
5. 5

   Step 5

   Or use a rimless baking sheet to help you flip the salmon and slide it back onto the grill to cook on the second side.
6. 6

   Step 6

   Meanwhile, arrange lemons on grill, cut-sides down and grill until deep golden brown and fragrant, 5 to 7 minutes.
7. 7

   Step 7

   When done, carefully transfer salmon to a large platter, scatter herbs over the top and serve with lemons on the side for squeezing.

8. Bon appetit!