Grilled Salmon with Garlic Lime Butter
Perfectly grilled salmon fillets topped with a zesty garlic lime butter — fresh, flavorful, and ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets 6 oz each, skin-on preferred
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Garlic Lime Butter:
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves smashed
- 2 tbsp lime juice fresh
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high and lightly oil grates.
- Pat salmon dry. Brush with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
- Grill skin-side down for 4–5 minutes.
- Flip and cook 2–3 minutes more.
- Meanwhile, melt butter with garlic in saucepan.
- Stir in lime juice, zest, and dill.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://wimpysdiner.net/grilled-salmon-with-garlic-lime-butter/
Notes
- Skin-on fillets help hold the salmon together on the grill.
- Try with other fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.
- Serve with grilled veggies, rice, or a fresh salad.