Broiled Salmon with Lemon and Extra Virgin Olive Oil
A simple broiled salmon dish with lemon and extra virgin olive oil, combining fresh citrus flavour with a light, Mediterranean-style finish.
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Amount
4
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Time
45 Mins
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Course
Main Dishes
How To Make Broiled Salmon With Lemon and Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Broiled salmon is quick to prepare, with the high heat helping to cook the fillets while keeping the inside tender and flaky. In this recipe, the salmon is marinated with lemon, rosemary and extra virgin olive oil before being cooked under the broiler.
The salmon is served with brown rice and arugula or baby spinach, then finished with a simple dressing of fresh lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil.
Cooking salmon with extra virgin olive oil helps keep the fish moist while enhancing its natural flavour. The combination of lemon, herbs and olive oil creates a balanced dish that is both fresh and satisfying.
This recipe can be served with rice, greens or seasonal vegetables, making it a versatile option for a well-rounded meal.
Allow 30 minutes for the salmon to marinate before cooking. The fillets then take around 10–12 minutes under the broiler.
Salmon, Lemon and Olive Oil Recipe
Ingredients
Total
- 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 teaspoon fresh or dried rosemary
- Vegetable cooking spray
- 2 cups hot cooked brown rice
- 4 cups arugula or uncooked baby spinach
- Garnishes: lemon slices, rosemary sprigs
Instructions
Total
- Season the salmon: Sprinkle the salmon fillets evenly with salt and pepper.
- Marinate the salmon: Place the fillets, lemon rind, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil and the rosemary in a large zip-top plastic bag. Seal and turn to coat, then chill for 30 minutes.
- Prepare for broiling: Remove the salmon from the marinade and discard the remaining marinade. Place the fillets skin-side down on a rack coated with cooking spray in an aluminium foil-lined broiler pan.
- Broil: Broil the salmon approximately 5½ inches from the heat for 10–12 minutes, or until cooked through and the flesh flakes easily.
- Prepare to serve: Arrange the brown rice and arugula or baby spinach on a serving platter and top with the salmon fillets.ets.
- Finish with lemon and olive oil: Whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil. Drizzle over the salmon and garnish with lemon slices and rosemary sprigs, if desired.
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Tips for Broiling Salmon
Allow Time for the Marinade
The salmon marinates for 30 minutes before cooking, allowing the lemon, rosemary and extra virgin olive oil to coat the fillets before they go under the broiler.
Keep the Salmon Skin-Side Down
Place the fillets skin-side down on the prepared rack and leave them in this position while broiling. There is no need to turn the salmon during cooking.
Watch the Salmon Closely
Broilers produce intense direct heat, so cooking can happen quickly. The salmon in this recipe takes around 10–12 minutes, although thicker or thinner fillets may require slightly different cooking times.
Finish With Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Lemon
Whisking fresh lemon juice with extra virgin olive oil creates a simple dressing to drizzle over the salmon just before serving.
What To Serve With Broiled Salmon
This recipe serves the salmon with brown rice and arugula or baby spinach. You could also serve it with roasted or steamed vegetables, potatoes, grains or a simple green salad.
FAQs About Broiled Salmon With Olive Oil
Can you cook salmon with extra virgin olive oil?
Yes. Extra virgin olive oil works well with salmon, helping to keep the fish moist while adding flavour. In this recipe, it is used in the marinade and again with fresh lemon juice as a dressing before serving.
How long does it take to broil salmon?
The salmon fillets in this recipe take around 10–12 minutes under the broiler. Cooking time can vary depending on the thickness of the fillets and the intensity of your broiler.
What does lemon do when cooking salmon?
Lemon adds fresh citrus flavour that complements the richness of the salmon. In this recipe, lemon is used in the marinade and combined with extra virgin olive oil for the finishing dressing.
What can you serve with broiled salmon?
This recipe serves the salmon with brown rice and arugula or baby spinach. You could also serve it with roasted or steamed vegetables, potatoes, grains or a simple green salad.
Can you prepare salmon ahead of time?
The salmon in this recipe is marinated for 30 minutes before cooking. You can prepare the other ingredients while it marinates so everything is ready when the salmon goes under the broiler.
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