Description
This Coconut Lime Grilled Salmon is bursting with fresh, tropical flavor thanks to zesty lime, coconut oil, and a touch of honey. It’s quick, healthy, and perfect for warm weather grilling or a light weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6–7 oz / 180–200 g each)
- 2 tbsp coconut oil (or olive oil)
- Juice and zest of 1 lime
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together coconut oil, lime juice and zest, garlic, honey (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Place salmon in a shallow dish or resealable bag. Pour marinade over the fillets and let sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil grill grates.
- Grill salmon fillets, skin side down, for 4–5 minutes per side or until cooked through and flaky.
- Transfer to plates, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- To bake instead of grill: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes.
- Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce for a spicier marinade.
- Use parsley or basil instead of cilantro if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: Tropical, Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: undefined
