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grilled salmon fillets on a white plate with a side of sauce.
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Simple Grilled Salmon Recipe with Spice Rub

A quick and easy grilled salmon recipe using a homemade spice rub you will want to put on everything!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: All
Keyword: grilled salmon, spice rub
Servings: 4 fillets (5-6 oz)
Calories: 259kcal
Author: Andrea Mut

Ingredients

BBQ Spice Rub - makes 1 cup

  • ¼ cup paprika
  • 1 ½ tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon mustard powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Garlic and Herb Sauce - makes approx. 1 cup

  • ½ cup plain yogurt
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh herbs parsley, dill, tarragon, basil, or cilantro
  • 1 small garlic clove minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

For the Grilled Salmon

  • 4 salmon filets 160g/5-6 oz each
  • 4 to 6 teaspoons spice rub
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil for fish
  • Avocado or vegetable oil for the grill

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl combine all ingredients and mix well. Store in an airtight container in the cupboard away from heat and light. Makes about ¾ cup.
  • In a medium bowl, mix all ingredients together until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Pat salmon dry with paper towel. Rub fillets evenly with olive oil and sprinkle with spice rub. Rub the spice mixture into the fish to coat evenly.
  • Preheat your outdoor grill for 15 minutes on high heat. Fold paper towels into a thick pad. Holding paper towel with tongs, dip it in the avocado or vegetable oil, and wipe the hot grill. Dip again and oil grill again. Close lid and let heat back up for 5 minutes before cooking the salmon.
  • Place the salmon flesh side down. Close the lid and cook (reduce heat to medium if your grill runs very hot), without moving filets, until the flesh side has grill marks and the flesh releases easily, 4-5 minutes.
  • Using tongs and a spatula, gently flip the fish and continue cooking, covered, until centers are translucent when checked with a fork or paring knife or the internal temperature reaches 125 degrees F for medium-rare (the salmon will continue cooking once removed from the heat). 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a platter and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

STORAGE - Salmon can be wrapped in plastic wrap or stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Keep the spice rub in a sealed container or jar in a cool dry place for up to 6 months. Garlic and herb sauce will keep in a sealed container in the fridge for one week
NUTRITION FACTS - are only an estimate and have not been approved by a registered dietitian. The label below is for the salmon plus oil for seasoning. It doesn't include the information for the Herb and Garlic Sauce. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1fillet | Calories: 259kcal | Protein: 32g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 491mg | Potassium: 599mg