Grilled Salmon with Tangy Cucumber Sauce
Elevate your dinner table with this Grilled Salmon with Tangy Cucumber Sauce, a dish that combines smoky, perfectly charred salmon fillets with a refreshing, creamy Greek yogurt and cucumber topping. Packed with flavor, the salmon is marinated in a zesty blend of lemon juice, garlic powder, and paprika, then grilled to tender perfection. The real star is the homemade cucumber sauce, featuring grated cucumber, fresh dill, and a hint of honey for a bright and tangy finish. Ready in under 30 minutes, this healthy and delicious recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts. Serve it with a fresh salad, roasted veggies, or steamed rice for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil on both sides.
In a small bowl, mix together the lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make a marinade.
Rub the marinade evenly over the salmon fillets and set aside while you prepare the cucumber sauce.
For the cucumber sauce, grate the cucumber using a box grater and squeeze out the excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, fresh dill, lemon zest, honey, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Place the salmon fillets on the preheated grill, skin-side down. Grill for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for a minute before serving.
Serve the grilled salmon warm, topped with a generous dollop of the tangy cucumber sauce. Garnish with extra dill if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1433 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.4 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.5 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 224 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 2265 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 131.0 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 347 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 807 mg | 17% | |
*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.
