Grilled salmon with lemon

Grilled salmon with lemon is a simple yet elegant dish featuring fresh salmon fillets cooked over high heat, typically finished with a squeeze of bright lemon juice. The core ingredients are salmon, lemon, and often a touch of oil, salt, and pepper. While popular worldwide, its preparation is deeply rooted in Western culinary traditions, especially in regions with strong fishing cultures like the Pacific Northwest and Scandinavia.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a powerhouse of high-quality protein and healthy fats, particularly omega-3 fatty acids, with virtually no carbohydrates. A standard 4-ounce (113g) serving of grilled salmon provides roughly 230-250 calories, making it a nutrient-dense meal option.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	34 g
Carbs	0 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	75 mg
Vitamin D	14.2 mcg
Vitamin B12	4.8 mcg
Niacin (B3)	8.5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.9 mg
Selenium	41 mcg
Phosphorus	340 mg
Potassium	534 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	1.5 g

Per 1 fillet (170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish represents a perfect marriage of simplicity and technique, where the quality of the fish is paramount. Nutritionally, the lemon juice not only adds flavor but also helps make the salmon's minerals more bioavailable and can aid in the digestion of its rich fats.