Honey Lime Alder Salmon
Elevate your next grilling adventure with this Honey Lime Alder Salmon, a show-stopping dish that marries sweet, tangy, and smoky flavors in perfect harmony. Fresh salmon fillets are marinated in a luscious blend of honey, zesty lime juice, fragrant garlic, and a touch of soy sauce for a savory kick. The secret to its unforgettable taste lies in the unique alder wood planks, which infuse the fish with a delicate, smoky aroma as it cooks to tender, flaky perfection on the grill. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is a feast for the senses, perfect for entertaining or a memorable family dinner. Garnished with fresh cilantro, this vibrant dish pairs beautifully with summer sides like grilled veggies or a refreshing citrus salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.75 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 2 pieces alder wood planks
- 4 cups water
Instructions
Soak the alder wood planks in water for at least 1 hour to prevent them from burning during cooking.
While the planks soak, prepare the salmon marinade by mixing honey, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, olive oil, soy sauce, black pepper, and kosher salt in a small bowl.
Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Cover and let the salmon marinate for 20 minutes in the refrigerator, flipping once halfway through.
Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 375°F / 190°C).
Remove the alder wood planks from the water and pat them dry with a clean towel.
Place the soaked planks on the grill grates, close the lid, and heat for 3 minutes, until you smell their smoky aroma.
Place the marinated salmon fillets skin-side down on the heated planks.
Close the grill lid and cook the salmon for 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the salmon is just cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Carefully remove the planks from the grill using tongs and transfer them with the salmon to a serving platter.
Garnish the salmon with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1740 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.4 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 272 mg | 91% | |
| Sodium | 1603 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.1 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.0 g | ||
| Protein | 144.5 g | 289% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 109 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 257 mg | 5% | |
*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.
