Featuring a marinade of cilantro, white balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, and garlic, this salmon is sensational grilled or broiled.
INGREDIENTS (for 4 servings):
- 4 salmon fillets
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
PREPARATION:
Season fillets with salt and pepper, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Set aside in a baking dish.
In a medium bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, balsamic vinegar, sugar, green onions, and cilantro. Pour marinade over salmon; cover, and refrigerate overnight, or at least 6 hours.
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
Arrange salmon on a broiling sheet. Place in a preheated oven, and bake for 5 minutes. Increase heat to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C), turn fillets, and broil 5 minutes more.