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A delicious, healthy lemon-garlic marinade for salmon that can be either grilled or broiled. Marinade at least 6 hours. Bake in the oven or grill 7 to 8 minutes per side.
Ingredients:
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4 salmon fillets
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1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
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1 tablespoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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1/4 cup olive oil
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1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
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2 tablespoons white sugar
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2 tablespoons chopped green onions
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2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Directions:
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Season fillets with salt and pepper, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Set aside in a baking dish.
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In a medium bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, balsamic vinegar, sugar, green onions, and cilantro. Pour marinade over salmon; cover, and refrigerate overnight, or at least 6 hours.
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Preheat oven to 450° F.
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Arrange salmon on a broiling sheet. Place in a preheated oven, and bake for 5 minutes. Increase heat to 500° F, turn fillets, and broil 5 minutes more.
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 379 cal
Total Fat: 26.2 g
Saturated Fat: 4.4 g
Cholesterol: 68 mg
Sodium: 171 mg
Carbohydrates: 12.3 g
Fiber: 0.5 g
Protein: 23.5 g
Sugars: 9 g