Dinner
Lemon Herb Grilled Salmon
Recipe by Ninja Test Kitchen
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This grilled lemon herb salmon is an easy crowd-pleaser, perfect for entertaining and serving a large group. Pair it with quick sides, such as an herby potato salad or lemon couscous and grilled veggies. Feel free to swap in any fresh herbs and ingredients you have on hand to flavor this salmon to your preference.
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- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 ½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
- ¾ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- zest and juice of 2 lemons
- kosher salt, as desired
- ground black pepper, as desired
- 8 (7–8 ounces each) salmon fillets, deboned, skin removed
- nonstick cooking spray
Utensils
- Tongs
- Small Bowl
- Large Resealable Plastic Bag
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Step 1
In a small bowl, prepare the marinade by whisking together all ingredients except the salmon. Then place the marinade and salmon in a large resealable plastic bag. Massage the outside of the bag to work the marinade over all parts of the salmon, then place the bag in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to marinate.
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Step 2
To install the grill grate, position it flat on top of the heating element and gently press down until it sits into place, then close the hood.
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Step 3
Turn dial to GRILL, set temperature to HI, and set time to 15 minutes. Select START/STOP to begin preheating (preheating will take approx. 10–12 minutes).
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Step 4
When the unit beeps to signify it is preheated and ADD FOOD is displayed, open the hood and spray the grill grate with cooking spray. Add the salmon to the grill, then close hood to begin cooking.
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Step 5
After 5 minutes, open hood and flip the salmon. Close hood and cook for an additional 5 minutes. If a more well-done output is preferred, continue cooking until time expires.
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Step 6
When cooking is complete, open hood, remove salmon from grill and serve with your favorite side dish.
