Grilled Salmon and Smokey Tomato Chipotle Sauce
Elevate your dinner menu with this Grilled Salmon and Smokey Tomato Chipotle Sauce recipe—a perfect harmony of bold, smoky flavors and tender, flaky fish. This dish starts with perfectly seasoned salmon fillets, grilled to perfection for a subtle char that locks in their natural richness. The star of the show is the homemade chipotle tomato sauce, made with fresh ripe tomatoes, smoky chipotle peppers in adobo, garlic, and a touch of honey for balance. Finished with a squeeze of lime and fresh cilantro, the sauce adds a vibrant, spicy-sweet kick that complements the salmon beautifully. With just 20 minutes of prep and cook time each, this recipe is an ideal choice for an easy yet impressive weeknight dinner or special occasion meal. Pair with roasted vegetables or a light quinoa salad for a complete, flavorful meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 2 pieces chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 small white onion
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper, and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Set aside.
To prepare the smokey tomato chipotle sauce, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
Dice the tomatoes, garlic, and onion. Add them to the pan and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened.
Stir in the chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, and honey. Cook for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then transfer to a blender. Add the lime juice and blend until smooth.
Pour the sauce back into the pan and simmer for 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Stir in chopped cilantro and set aside.
Brush the grill grates with remaining olive oil. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill.
Grill the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, until it is cooked through and has nice grill marks. Avoid flipping too often to prevent sticking.
Serve the grilled salmon hot, generously topped with the smokey tomato chipotle sauce. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1522 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.6 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 3054 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.7 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 111.6 g | 223% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 111 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1566 mg | 33% | |
*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.
