How to Grill Salmon: Lime Cumin Marinade

by Registered Dietitian, Andrea Holwegner | Aug 1, 2020

Wondering how to grill salmon the tastiest way?  My Auntie Sheila shared this recipe with me many years ago and it has been a family favorite ever since.  Serve this salmon with rice, quinoa or couscous, grilled vegetables and a side salad for a balanced meal.

Makes 4 Servings

What you need:

1 lb. (500 g) Salmon fillet (skin on)

Marinade:

3 tbsp. olive oil
¼ cup fresh squeezed lime juice
4 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 ½ tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. grated lime rind
2 minced garlic cloves, minced
Pepper and salt to taste

How you prepare:

1. Slice salmon into 4-6 pieces.
2. Whisk together the marinade ingredients and marinate salmon for a few minutes to an hour.
3. Place fillets (skin side down) on a greased grill, 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) from medium hot coals or on medium high setting.
4. Grill fillets for 10 minutes per inch (2.5 cm) of salmon thickness, until it flakes easily with a fork and flesh is opaque.
5. Baste frequently during cooking, using all the marinade.

 

Nutrients per serving:

Calories 271
Carbohydrates 3 g
Protein 29 g
Fat 16 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g

We hope you enjoyed these simple instructions on how to grill salmon and this simple marinade.

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