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Easy Fresh Summer Dinner Grilled Honey-Glazed Salmon Recipe

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A quick and easy grilled salmon recipe featuring a sweet and savory honey glaze, perfect for light and flavorful summer dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170 g each), skin on for crispiness
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil, for brushing
  • 3 tablespoons honey (local or wildflower honey adds great depth)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium if preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (optional)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh herbs like chopped parsley or cilantro (for freshness)
  • Lemon wedges (to squeeze over just before eating)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons honey, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, minced garlic, and grated ginger if using. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes if you like a little heat. Set aside for the flavors to meld while you prep the salmon. (About 5 minutes)
  2. Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to medium-high, around 375–400°F (190–204°C). Clean grates well and oil them lightly to prevent sticking.
  3. Season the salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides lightly with olive oil. Sprinkle salt and pepper evenly.
  4. Start grilling: Place the salmon skin-side down on the grill. Close the lid and cook for about 4-5 minutes until grill marks appear and the salmon releases easily from the grates.
  5. Glaze and flip: Brush the top side with the honey glaze, then carefully flip the fillets. Brush the now-top side (skin side) with more glaze. Grill for another 3-4 minutes with the lid closed until opaque and flakes easily but remains moist inside.
  6. Final glazing: Give one last light brush of glaze before removing from the grill. Let the salmon rest for 2 minutes to redistribute juices.
  7. Serve: Sprinkle with chopped fresh herbs and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

Pat salmon dry before seasoning to prevent sticking. Apply glaze after flipping and at the end to avoid burning. Use a thin spatula to flip gently. If no grill is available, broil in the oven brushing glaze halfway through cooking. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. The glaze can be made a day ahead and stored in the fridge.

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