There's no healthier, easier, or faster summer entree than a perfect piece of grilled salmon. This 15-minute recipe is a staple in our regular dinner routine, and I'm so excited to share my tips with you today!
There’s no healthier, easier, or faster summer entree than a perfect piece of grilled salmon. This 15-minute recipe is a staple in our regular dinner routine, and I’m so excited to share my tips with you today!
Aside from pizza and spaghetti, I’d say that this particular grilled salmon recipe is one of the meals that I prepare most frequently for my family.
It’s my easy go-to when I feel like we need something nutritious, but I don’t want to spend much time in the kitchen. Every boy in my house will clean his plate — no questions asked — which is certainly not always the case with other dinners that I serve.
Any mom that’s trying to please a family of 5 opinionated eaters can understand that it’s a true GEM when you find a healthy recipe that appeals to the whole crew!
How do you season grilled salmon?
This is the KEY to the perfect piece of grilled fish, my friends! I never prepare our salmon without using my mom’s “House Seasoning,” which is just a simple blend of herbs and salt that works like magic in this recipe.
I have provided the instructions to make your own batch of House Seasoning, which you can use in this grilled salmon recipe, as well as in many other dishes that you will prepare.
I hate clutter on my kitchen counters, but this little blue dish has earned a permanent spot by my stove because I use it all of the time! I season chicken and fish with the House Seasoning regularly, I use it to season pasta with butter, I use it to season regular green salads, pasta salads, roasted vegetables, homemade Tzatziki sauces, and the list goes on…
Trust me and make yourself a big batch so that you can continue to enjoy it with grilled salmon and almost everything else that you prepare this season!
Once you have a batch of House Seasoning sitting on your counter, the rest is easy-peasy!
How do you grill salmon?
- Make sure to slice your salmon fillet into individual pieces before grilling. That will make it much easier to flip! I find that sharp kitchen shears work much better than a knife for cutting through the fish skin.
- Rub your fish with olive oil before seasoning the fillets. This will prevent the salmon from sticking to the grill, and it helps to create a crispy exterior on the fish.
- Preheat an outdoor grill or an indoor grill pan to medium heat. I find that cooking the salmon over medium heat gives it that delicious, charred exterior while keeping the inside moist and tender.
If you follow my easy grilling steps and season your fish with our favorite House Seasoning, I have no doubt that you will have the perfect piece of grilled salmon every single time!
Enjoy, my friends, and please let me know if you give it a try!
More easy salmon recipes that you might enjoy:
- 4-Ingredient Baked Salmon
- Garlic & Herb Salmon Marinade
- Easy Salmon Patties
- 5-Ingredient Blackened Salmon
The Perfect 15-Minute Grilled Salmon
There's no healthier, easier, or faster summer entree than a perfect piece of grilled salmon. This 15-minute recipe is a staple in our regular dinner routine, and I'm so excited to share my tips with you today!
Ingredients
For the Salmon:
- 1 – 1 ½ lbs. salmon fillet cut into 4 pieces
- Olive oil
For the House Seasoning:
- ¼ c. garlic powder
- ¼ c. kosher salt
- ¼ c. dried parsley
- ¼ c. dried minced onion
- ¼ c. dried basil
Instructions
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Prepare the House Seasoning: Mix ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months.
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Prepare the Salmon: Rub each piece of salmon with olive oil and sprinkle with house seasoning, to taste (I use about 1 teaspoon of olive oil and ¼ teaspoon of seasoning per piece).
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Grill the Salmon: Heat coals, gas grill, or grill pan to medium heat. Place salmon on the grill. Cover and grill over medium heat for about 5 minutes per side (maybe a few more minutes, depending on the thickness of your fish). The salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork.
Recipe Notes
Cooking Just for Two? Purchase about 1/2 lb. of salmon and cut it into 2 separate pieces. The rest of the cooking instructions remain the same.
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Hey, It is great recipe grilled salmon is my favourite food.pictures are looking great!
Thanks!
Just curious to the carb count? Fat and protein look great for a keto diet, but if counting my macros, just curious.
Hey, Jason! The carbs, fiber, and sugar are all zero — which is why those facts don’t appear in the nutrition panel. Sorry for any confusion, it just automatically leaves those out if there’s no value above zero. 🙂
I too am wondering about the carb count. For keto. I’ve tried this recipe and it absolutely hit athe spot and was delicious… but since then I’ve gone keto. I’m worried about the brown sugar. Wouldn’t that count as either carbs/added sugar in the nutritional panel.
Hi, Nikki! There’s no brown sugar (or any other sugar) in this recipe. Were you looking at a different salmon recipe, maybe?
A wonderful find! A quick, delicious,
No fail recipe. Highly recommend!!
Thank you so much! 🙂
This recipe was delicious !! Thank you!!
This sounds really easy! I do not do much grilling though. Could I bake them in the oven instead? What would be my temperature setting and cook time?
Hi, Trish! Yes, you can definitely bake the salmon. I like to cook mine at 425 degrees F for about 15-18 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. If you’re using a very thin piece of salmon, it will probably cook even faster. Enjoy!
Hi! What other recipes do you use your house seasoning on? I have no imagination ????
So many different things! 🙂 I’d say that I use it the most on vegetables — like a green salad, or on oven-roasted vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, or potatoes (toss with olive oil first, then sprinkle with the seasoning). I also like it on steak, fish, shrimp, chicken, pasta…just about any savory dish!
Recipe says take out of plastic bag….how long are you marinating the salmon?
Hi, Barbara! Sorry for that confusion! That was a typo from an old recipe — there’s no marinating time necessary for this salmon recipe. I updated the recipe instructions to delete that additional sentence. Thanks for catching the mistake! 🙂
Haven’t tried it yet but can’t wait to try it
Great! Enjoy, Dennis!
Thanks! This will be my dinner tomorrow, can’t wait!
Awesome! Enjoy, Lissie!
OH MY, DELICIOUS !
I made tonight for my ” not a big fan of fish, in general ” family (i love it , especially Salmon) They
( 3 boys and DH) all not only LOVED IT, but said they didn’t know they could like fish so much ! Absolutely delicious! Thank you so much for sharing ! Your ” house seasoning ” will now be my go to seasoning for not only salmon but for lots more !
Yay! So glad that I’ve helped to change your family’s mind about fish! It’s definitely our favorite, go-to salmon recipe (and we use that seasoning on so many other foods as well)! 🙂
I absolutely love love this seasoning mixture. My grilled salmon was delicious, and it’s all thanks to your combination of ingredients!!! I will definitely use this over and over again on other meats and vegetables as suggested. Thanks again!!
Absolutely love this seasoning!!!
Yay! Thanks, Greta! 🙂
Wonderful!!! 🙂 It’s my favorite go-to seasoning as well! 🙂
May I ask, is it really a 1/4 CUP!!! of each of these seasonings
Or should it be tap or tbsp, perhaps????
Did you remove the skin first?
No, I don’t remove the skin until after it’s cooked. 🙂
LOVE! Your House Seasoning is Delish! I use it on salmon, rubbed with olive oil, to season before smoking the salmon on our smoker. I will try it also on veggies. That sounds good too! Thanks!
A 5 star recipe!
A 5 star recipe! Love this recipe! Thanks!
Thank you so much, Carolyn!
I just fixed this for dinner and the family loved it!! I also used the seasoning on asparagus that I grilled as well (I may have like the asparagus more than the salmon)… Nonetheless dinner was excellent!!
Thank you!!
That’s awesome, Tom! Thank you!
I am not a huge fan of fish, it my boyfriend is. This is the second time I have prepared salmon. The first time I baked it in the oven and let’s just say… it was a disaster. But this time my boyfriend said it was absolutely perfect! So thank you for your recipe. We will definitely be having it again!
That’s so good to hear. Thank you, Beth!!
Had it on bbq salmon so yummy….can’t wait to try it on other meats….and on roasted veggies. Thanks for sharing
Sounds great! Thanks, Michelle!!
Simple, fast and tasty.
I have not tried it yet it looks very good but a printed on 4 sheets of paper please reformat
This recipe is simply delightful! I used half the required amount of salt (we’re watching our salt intake). The salmon was flavourful and delicious. Thanks, Blair, for sharing this wonderful recipe with us!
That’s great! Thanks so much for letting me know!
May I ask, is it really a 1/4 CUP!!! of each of these seasonings
Or should it be tap or tbsp, perhaps????
Hi, Denise! Yes, we use a 1/4 cup of each, but that gives a larger batch of seasoning that you can save and use for other recipes (another salmon dinner, sprinkle it over salad, use on grilled/roasted veggies, use on chicken, etc.). We just keep a jar of this “house seasoning” on the counter and use it regularly. Hope that helps, and enjoy! 🙂
This seasoning is fantastic! I made this for my son and I (he is not a fan of fish) and we both loved it! He asked me for the recipe. Thank you for this easy delicious path to a healthy meal.
Thanks, DJ! I’m so glad that you liked it! 🙂
I don’t have a specific grilling pan. Would it be ok to use a regular cast iron pan?
Absolutely! 🙂
I don’t have a lid for my grilling pan (came without a lid) can I cook this recipe on my grill pan without a lid?
Yes, you can! But you can also use a big lid from a large pot or Dutch oven if you have one that fits over your pan. That’s what I typically do when I’m grilling inside. 🙂
You grill the salmon directly on the grill grates, not a cedar plank or anything? And it flips fine without falling apart? Would you recommend cooking first on the skin side or fish side? Thanks! Will be trying it this week. 🙂
Hey, Jenn! Yes, you put the salmon directly on the grill grates. I like to brush the grates (or the grill pan) with oil just before placing the fish onto the grill, which helps prevent sticking. The skin also helps hold the fish together and prevents sticking on the grill. For fillets, put them down skinless side first (so fish side first). Space the pieces of fish out a bit so that they cook evenly. Then don’t touch the salmon! The salmon will release itself from the grill when it’s ready. Use a flat spatula to flip the salmon over. A 1-inch-thick piece will cook in about 10 minutes.
Hello! I was wondering what you would recommend serving with this? Thanks!
Hi, Natalie! We usually keep it simple and serve it with a salad and some crusty French bread on the side. It also pairs nicely with rice or pesto pasta, dinner rolls, biscuits, roasted asparagus, roasted broccoli, or just about any other veggie. Enjoy!
Very crispy
I made this and it is wonderful! My husband is not a salmon fan but he tried it and said it was by far the best salmon I had ever fixed! Having salmon again tonight! Thank you for sharing!!!
So glad to hear that, Vicki! Thank you for your kind words! 🙂
Hi can you grill skinless salmon the same way?
Hi, Brittany! Yes, that should be fine!
Wonderful, delicious salmon recipe. I am not a fish lover, nor is my husband but with your Mom’s seasoning we both wanted more. We will grill extra next time. Silly question, since I will use your seasoning
often I need a cute container like yours for my stove too. Can you tell me the brand and where you bought it. Thank you
Thank you, Sherry! The spice jar is made by Le Creuset, but I can’t find a link to the exact dish. It’s basically a ramekin with an airtight lid. This one looks similar: https://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/le-creuset-stoneware-mini-round-cocotte/?catalogId=58&sku=3507829&cm_ven=PLA&cm_cat=Google&cm_pla=Bakeware%20%3E%20Ramekins%20%26%20Mini%20Cocottes&cm_ite=3507829&gclid=CjwKCAjw8-LnBRAyEiwA6eUMGuu7qVrEZ-ucgvzS5PuDK9nwsPz56fHUTmmyfgmARvDDCHqyA43HthoCJm8QAvD_BwE
So glad that you like the fish! 🙂
Can I do this in the oven? What temp? Timing?
Hi, Gail! Absolutely! Here’s a post for a baked salmon recipe: https://www.theseasonedmom.com/easy-baked-salmon-fillet/ You can use the olive oil and house seasoning called for in this recipe, but follow the baking instructions in that post. Enjoy!
So delicious! I also put the rub on chicken for my son who hates fish and it was delicious also. Made a lemon garlic butter sauce to go on top of the fish and grilled asparagus and it was one of the best meals we have had in a long time. Thank you for a great recipe!
Awesome! Yes — the seasoning is so good on chicken, veggies, etc. I’m glad that you all enjoyed the meal, Marcy! 🙂
Great recipe! I just made a small batch for the salmon I had as I didn’t have enough to make the recommended batch.
Question – what other fish would be to use this seasoning for other than salmon? Have you tried any other fish with your house seasoning? Thanks!
Hi, Melissa! I’m glad that you liked it! We use this seasoning with just about everything! It’s great on chicken, it’s nice with shrimp, and it works with fish like halibut, tilapia, tuna, cod, or whatever else you enjoy. We also sprinkle the seasoning with olive oil on vegetables before roasting or sauteeing, or sprinkle it on top of salad. It’s so versatile! 🙂
Eating was believing! Absolutely delicious. Grilled on recommended temperature made the difference. Nice smoky outside, flake tender inside. I love simple, easy recipes as well. This one is a keeper .
Thanks so much, Brenda!
This recipe is so delicious and that special blend of seasoning is now also a staple in my home. I use it on lots of things n my kids eat it up. Thank you so much for sharing.
Thank you, Crystal!
Can I use cedar planks on the grill? Also, what temperature and how long? Making tonight!
Hi, Gail! Yes, you can absolutely use this seasoning and salmon on cedar planks — I just haven’t tested it myself. You’ll want to find a good cedar plank salmon recipe to reference, so you might start with something like this: https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/cedar-plank-salmon-recipe-2013938
or this in order to get specific temp and time instructions:
https://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/cedar-plank-salmon-354516
Enjoy!
Thanks for the links! We followed but our cedar planks caught on fire! Our grill was too high at 450! My husband quickly got the salmon off and they were absolutely perfect! Everyone enjoyed and asked for the seasoning recipe! Thanks again! I will next be using it on chicken! Any special instructions for boneless breasts?
Yikes! Did you pre-soak the planks in water? I think that most recipes suggest you pre-soak so that the wood doesn’t catch fire. Anyway, I’m glad that you were able to salvage the fish and enjoy this recipe! If you want to grill chicken breasts, here’s a recent recipe: https://www.theseasonedmom.com/grilled-chicken-breast/ You can skip the marinade called for in that recipe and just rub the meat with olive oil and add the house seasoning. Grill according to the recipe instructions. 🙂
It’s not often I follow internet recipes because I’ve been really disappointed in the past with incomplete ingredient lists and/or the taste of the recipe. I bought two salmon fillets the other day and was thinking of ways I could make them “different” from my usual grill pan salmon, oven salmon, etc. I came across your recipe and it sounded complete, so I thought, why not? WOW! I made enough for two pieces and both my daughter and I were pleasantly surprised! The were terrific, moist, flavorful pieces of salmon, perfectly cooked in my cast iron grill pan. I saved your spice list and will make enough for last 6 months! I also never thought to use olive oil to coat the fish. I used Grape Seed oil because it has no taste and it worked too. Thank you!
Thank you, Lynn! That’s so great to hear. Glad that you now have a new go-to seasoning and salmon recipe. 🙂
I just made this salmon dish for myself this evening. It’s very easy to modify the quantity. Man was it delicious! I mnew to grilling so I was worried but it turned out amazing. The house seasoning is wicked amazing!! Thanks for sharing it.
That’s awesome, Gina! Thank you!
I seldom if ever comment on a recipe, but the salmon and chicken using your rub recipe and directions made our family dinner this evening outstanding. It has been such a long time that my culinary skills have been praised, I basked in the glow. I do believe the fam was surprised. Thank you for the posting. I’ll be searching for more of your suggestions.
Thank you, Jane! That’s the best feeling — basking in the glow of a successful meal! 🙂
Made this on the gas grill tonight for dinner…my husband said this might be the best salmon he’s ever had. Wow! As I’m not fond of garlic on salmon next time I’ll try it without the garlic but keep everything else pretty much the same. I didn’t have dried onion, dried parsley or garlic powder so I used fresh for all of those items. Thanks for the recipe. Also the tip for using scissors to cut the fish!
That’s wonderful! Thanks, Gretha!
I have recently started cooking fish & other meats ( grew up as a vegetarian & was never exposed to cooking meats) Was very hesitant to cook Salmon but my kids were very keen on doing it at home. Since this recipe looked simple, I decided to give it a shot. Boy is it delicious.. dinner got polished off super quick. Highly recommend this recipe.
Thanks, Shruti! I’m so glad that your family enjoyed it!
I like to buy Salmon at Sam’s club and bake it. It is a very simple way to prepare Salmon. But I wanted more seasoning. This recipe was a favorite. I loved the seasoning and the grilled flavor! I especially appreciated that it was easy to prepare and I could use seasonings that I had on hand. Thanks!
Thanks, Shawnda! I’m so glad that this worked well for you!
Wow, I’ve used this seasoning over and over on salmon and it is wonderful. I’ve forwarded this recipe to so many family and friends. Thank you! If you have any other recipes to share, I will definitely try. Thanks again for sharing!
I just realized there are a ton of recipes on their blog. Thanks again!
I’m so glad to hear that, Anne! Thanks for sharing with your friends. I have so many recipes on my site, so feel free to search around (you can type in search words in the right hand sidebar) to see what else you might enjoy. Thanks again!
I prepared this recipe on my Smokeless Grill. So simple, yet amazing. My family definitely enjoyed it the first, second. and third time I prepared it. Needless to say I now keep a container of your “House Seasoning” in the spice cabinet.
That’s wonderful! Thanks, Darian!
This worked out great. I didn’t have minced onion so I subbed half the amount of onion powder. My husband and I are doing Whole30 this month, so we were looking for something simple and tasty. We grilled it over charcoal after the flames had died down. We also grilled halved bell peppers over coals and roasted asparagus in the oven all coated with the house seasoning and it was all excellent. Thanks for the recipe.
Awesome! Thank you, Michelle! The grilled bell peppers and asparagus sound delicious, too!
Kids loved it! I’ve always had trouble with fish sticking to the grill, but not with this recipe. This might have to be a weekly meal. So easy, sooooo good!
That’s great, Rick! I’m so glad that your kids enjoyed it, too. 🙂
Excellent! I drizzled honey at the end.
Thank you for this recipe. I followed your instructions and the salmon was absolutely perfect. This was my first time grilling salmon and your instructions were very easy to follow and they turned out excellent just as the recipe States. Thank you for sharing this.
Yay! That’s amazing, Emma! I’m so glad that you enjoyed it. Thanks for taking the time to leave me a note!
Loved your recipe. It was so easy to prepare and came out totally restaurant style. Thanks for your time in blogging this recipe for us.
Thank you so much< Sirisha! 🙂
We made this on Easter and all loved it! Even my super picky 10 year old!
We grilled with the skin on-very easy to remove after. The seasoning was perfect! Since all of the measurements are equal, it was easy to just make a smaller amount of the seasoning if you want to try it before making a big batch. (You will want a big batch-YUM!)
Thank you for posting an easy and delicious salmon recipe!
Hi, Heidi! I’m so happy to hear that even your picky 10-year-old approves! Thanks for taking the time to come back here and leave me a note. I really appreciate it. Take care and have a good week!
I never leave reviews for recipes and I have to say that I was skeptical that this simple seasoning mix would be so noteworthy, but here I am. This mix will also live on my counter for everything. I used it on trout and we loved every bite
Thank you!
I’ve never commented on a recipe page before, but this was so good I had too. Best and easiest salmon I’ve ever made. Thank you!
Thank you, Dalton! I appreciate that you took the time to come back here and leave me a note. So glad that the salmon was a hit!
My teen is a body builder. I have to grill him salmon all the time and Usually I have to do it quickly. He has been eating it but I know he doesn’t love it. He really liked your fifteen minute salmon and I loved that it was quick and easy.
That’s awesome! Thanks, Robin!
I made this recipe exactly and used the seasoning mix on some chicken breasts for the rest of my fish-eschewing family and we all loved it! I just spent a half hour searching my history for this recipe. So simple and delicious! Thank you.
Thanks, Rena! I’m so glad that you took the time to find the recipe. 🙂 I agree that the seasoning is equally delicious on chicken (or veggies or steak, too).
This was absolutely excellent except I would suggest half the salt. While I love salt, the rub was just a tad too salty for me, and I have high blood pressure so have to watch the sodium content. Otherwise spot on! Cooked it on the grill 5 minutes per side at medium heat. Perfectly done and skin was crispy and enjoyable. Full of flavor! Thanks for the recipe. This one’s a keeper!
Thanks, Mark!
OMGosh – defreakinlightful!! Thank you for helping me break in my new grill
So glad that you liked it, Brenna! Thanks for your kind note. 🙂
It was absolutely delicious! And so easy! Great flavor and still moist!
Thank you!
Thanks, Jen!
This looks incredible! I wish I’d found this before the 4th of July weekend — I totally would have tried it! Good thing we still have quite a bit left of grilling season. I’ll be trying this sometime this week!
Perfect! Enjoy!
This recipe is the best! The salmon were a family hit! Thanks.
Wonderful! Thanks so much!
Omg why can’t I post a pic! I’m droooooing.
Thank you! 🙂
I am having grilled salmon for dinner and I do season it with fresh grinded pepper, smoked paprika, sweet basil and olive oil. I use a BBQ grilling basket. It is so much easier to flip.I spray it first.
Great tip, Deb! Thank you!
OK recipe for people who live like I did once up a river in Borneo 500 miles from the nearest store or are rushed during the week and cooking for folk who think “take a can of cream of mushroom soup” is a good opening line for a recipe. Dried onion, garlic, parsley? Come on.
Hello Blair,
I too would like a little blue dish for the home spice. Any idea what it’s called and where I can get one?
Hi! That’s made by Le Creuset, and it was a gift from my mom when she originally gave me the first batch of seasoning many years ago. I’ve used it ever since. I’m not sure if they’re still for sale. I’ve looked at their website and wasn’t able to find the exact model, but they do have other storage canisters that might work: https://www.lecreuset.com/kitchen-tools/storage-cleaning-and-organization Hope that helps!
This has been my go to recipe for the last 2 years now!!
Whenever I stray and try new ones, my son will comment not my best work. Come back to ol’faithful and everyone is happy!!
I’m so happy to hear that! I love that your son approves, too! 🙂
This seasoning mix is so simple and so, so delicious. My husband added dill to it as well, which put it right over the top! Try it on buttered pasta with crumbled Unexpected Cheddar (Trader Joe’s) – you won’t be disappointed! Thank you!!!
Thanks, Heather! I love the idea of adding dill to the mix. Dill and salmon are such a great combo!
I’m glad I found your House Seasoning recipe. I think this is excellent on salmon and I use it whenever I grill salmon. I’ve yet to try it on other entrees or vegetables but will try it on chicken and veggies soon. Thanks!
Thanks, Tom! I’m so glad that you enjoy it!:)