Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon with Lemon Dill Topping
Infuse your next cookout with smoky sophistication by preparing Grilled Cedar Plank Salmon with Lemon Dill Topping. This recipe combines the earthy aroma of cedar with the bright and zesty flavors of fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and a touch of honey, perfectly complementing the buttery richness of salmon. Enhanced with fragrant dill and minced garlic, each fillet is cooked to perfection on cedar planks that impart a subtle, smoky flavor while keeping the fish moist and tender. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a quick grilling process, this dish is as easy as it is elegant, ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining. Pair this succulent salmon with grilled veggies or fluffy wild rice for a truly unforgettable meal. Keywords: cedar plank salmon recipe, lemon dill salmon, grilled salmon, smoky salmon, quick salmon dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces cedar grilling planks
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Soak the cedar grilling planks in water for at least 1 hour. For extra flavor, you can add cider, wine, or lemon juice to the soaking water.
Preheat your grill to medium heat (around 375°F).
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and set them aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped dill, minced garlic, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the topping mixture.
Place the soaked cedar planks on the grill grates for 2 minutes per side to preheat them. Remove the planks from the grill.
Lay the salmon fillets, skin side down, on the cedar planks and spoon the lemon dill mixture evenly over the top of each fillet.
Carefully place the cedar planks with the salmon on the preheated grill. Close the lid and cook for 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Once cooked, carefully transfer the cedar planks with the salmon to a heatproof surface. Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as grilled vegetables or wild rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
311 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 586 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.5 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 26.3 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 25 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
