Sea Salt Cilantro and Lime Butter Topping for Grilled Salmon
Elevate your grilled salmon with the vibrant and luxurious flavors of this Sea Salt Cilantro and Lime Butter Topping. This quick and easy compound butter combines creamy unsalted butter with fresh cilantro, zesty lime, and a touch of garlic, creating a perfect balance of brightness and richness. A hint of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper ties everything together, making each bite of salmon burst with flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes, this delicious butter can be made ahead and chilled, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Simply add a slice of this flavorful topping to your warm, freshly grilled salmon and watch it melt into a citrusy, herby glaze. Ideal for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, this topping is a must-try for seafood lovers seeking a simple yet gourmet touch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Allow the unsalted butter to sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes until softened but not melted.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, finely chopped cilantro, lime zest, lime juice, sea salt, minced garlic, and freshly ground black pepper.
Using a fork or spatula, mash the ingredients together until they are well incorporated and form a smooth, cohesive mixture.
Taste the butter and adjust the seasoning with additional lime juice or salt, if desired.
Transfer the butter mixture to a sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Roll it into a log shape, twisting the ends of the wrap to seal it.
Refrigerate the butter for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up and for flavors to meld.
To use, slice off a pat of the butter and place it on top of freshly grilled salmon. Allow it to melt slightly before serving for maximum flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
417 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.1 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1172 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 28 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 46 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.
