Easy Salmon Marinade for Juicy Flavors Everyone Will Love
A simple and flavorful salmon marinade that enhances the natural taste of the fish, perfect for grilling or baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, olive oil, honey, garlic, ginger, lemon juice, and black pepper.
- Place salmon fillets in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the top.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
- Preheat the grill or oven to medium-high heat.
- Remove the salmon from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Cook the salmon for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- This marinade works well for other types of fish, such as trout or tilapia.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Easy Salmon Marinade, Salmon, Marinade, Recipe, Tasty