Ingredients:

  • 4 (6-ounce/170g) salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons/30ml olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons/30ml lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill, thyme)
  • 1/2 teaspoon/2.5ml salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon/1.25ml black pepper
  • 1 lemon, cut into wedges
  • 1 pound/450g asparagus, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon/15ml olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place salmon fillets in a resealable bag or dish. Pour marinade over the salmon, ensuring it's evenly coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (longer is fine, but no more than 2 hours).
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C). Clean the grill grates and lightly oil them to prevent sticking.
  4. Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Grill for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp and slightly charred.
  5. Remove salmon from the marinade, discarding the marinade. Place salmon fillets on the preheated grill, skin-side down (if using skin-on fillets). Grill for 4-6 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F/63°C.
  6. Serve grilled salmon immediately with grilled asparagus and lemon wedges. This recipe is one of the best 'grilled fish recipes' around!