Delicious Grilled Salmon with Garlic Lime Butter

Ah, salmon, that pink delight from the ocean. Grilled to perfection, it’s like a summer sunset on your plate.

And with garlic lime butter? It’s like a flavor circus – the tangy lime doing acrobatics over the savory garlic.

Oh, did I tell you about that time I tried a similar dish at a seaside café? The waves crashing, the seagulls.

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okay, back to the grill!

Steps

In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add smashed garlic, salt, and pepper, and let it simmer for about a minute until fragrant. Stir in chopped dill and lime juice, then remove from heat immediately.
Arrange the salmon fillets on a platter with the skin side down. Pour a third of the butter sauce over them and brush it evenly across the tops. Allow the salmon to marinate while you preheat the grill.
Preheat your grill to a medium/high heat range of 350?F to 400?F. Oil the grates to prevent sticking. Place the salmon on the grill with the skin side up, cover, and grill undisturbed for approximately 3 minutes.
Use a spatula to gently loosen the salmon if necessary, then flip it over carefully. Brush another third of the garlic-lime butter on top, cover, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 140?F before removing it from the grill.
Transfer the salmon to a serving platter and drizzle with the remaining butter sauce. If needed, heat the sauce slightly to melt it. Garnish with fresh dill and serve with lime wedges for added flavor.

How do I keep salmon from sticking to the grill?
To prevent salmon from sticking, make sure to oil the grill grates after preheating. Use a paper towel dipped in a high-heat oil and, holding it with tongs, rub it over the hot grates before placing your salmon.
What is the internal temperature for perfectly grilled salmon?
The ideal internal temperature for grilled salmon is 145?F. It’s recommended to remove the salmon from the grill at 140?F, as the temperature will continue to rise while it rests.
How long should I grill salmon based on its thickness?
For salmon fillets that are 1 inch thick, grill for about 3 minutes per side. For fillets that are 3/4 inch thick, cook for 2-3 minutes per side. For 1/2 inch thick fillets, grill for about 2 minutes per side.
What ingredients do I need for the Garlic Lime Butter?
You will need unsalted butter, smashed garlic cloves, lime juice, fresh dill, sea salt, and black pepper to create the flavorful Garlic Lime Butter.
What tools are recommended for grilling salmon?
To safely and easily grill salmon, use a long pair of tongs, a grilling spatula or heatproof spatula, an oven mitt, and a saucepan with a silicone brush for applying the butter.

Oil the Grill Grates: To prevent the salmon from sticking, make sure to oil the grates after preheating the grill. Use a high heat cooking oil and a paper towel held with tongs for safety.
Buy Skin-On Salmon: Opt for skin-on salmon fillets to help keep the fish intact while grilling, as the skin provides a protective layer that keeps the fillet from falling apart.
Use a Grilling Spatula: A long grilling spatula can be very helpful in carefully flipping the salmon without breaking it. Ensure you loosen the salmon gently with the spatula before flipping.
Monitor Internal Temperature: Remove the salmon from the grill when it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F, as it will continue to cook and rise to the ideal 145°F while resting. This helps prevent overcooking.