Grilled Salmon with Pistachio Basil Butter
Elevate your next seafood dinner with this Grilled Salmon with Pistachio Basil Butter—an irresistible blend of smoky, nutty, and herbaceous flavors. Perfectly seasoned salmon fillets are grilled to tender, flaky perfection, then crowned with a luxurious pistachio basil compound butter that melts into every crevice, delivering bursts of roasted pistachio, fresh basil, and zesty garlic. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds a bright, tangy finish, making this dish equally impressive and effortless for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Served with lemon wedges for a customizable citrus touch, this quick 25-minute recipe is a feast of vibrant flavors and textures you won’t forget.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets (skin-on)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 0.25 cup Pistachios (shelled, chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil (chopped)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Make sure the grates are clean and lightly oiled to prevent sticking.
Rub the salmon fillets with olive oil and season evenly with salt and black pepper on both sides. Set aside while preparing the butter.
In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, chopped pistachios, basil, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill. Close the lid and cook for 6-8 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the salmon turns opaque and easily flakes with a fork. Flip the fillets carefully and grill for an additional 2 minutes on the flesh side for a light sear.
Remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for 2-3 minutes.
Top each fillet with a dollop of the pistachio basil butter while still hot so that it melts over the fish.
Serve the salmon immediately with lemon wedges on the side for an extra burst of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2114 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 189.3 g | 243% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.0 g | 395% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 510 mg | 170% | |
| Sodium | 2617 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 96.0 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 54.1 mcg | 270% | |
| Calcium | 135 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1974 mg | 42% | |
*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.
