Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillets
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • salt to taste (optional)

Method

  • Stir together lemon juice, lemon zest, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic and olive oil in a 9x13-inch glass baking dish until sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes. Place fish flesh side down in mixture and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil grate.
  • Place salmon on preheated grill and discard marinade.
  • Cook salmon until fish flakes easily with a fork, 6 to 8 minutes.