
Herb-Grilled Salmon Fillet with Fresh Lemon Dill Sauce
Dive into a tantalizing seafood experience with this Herb-Grilled Salmon Fillet. Each bite is a symphony of flavors, from the juicy, tender salmon, to the aromatic herbs, and the tangy lemon dill sauce. Grilled to perfection, this dish is a testament to the simple, yet profound culinary traditions of the Pacific Northwest, where salmon is a staple.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets (4 (6-ounce) pieces)
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Fresh lemon juice (2 tablespoons)
- Garlic powder (1 teaspoon)
- Dried dill (1 teaspoon)
- Salt (1/2 teaspoon)
- Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon)
- Fresh dill (2 tablespoons, finely chopped)
- Lemon wedges (8 pieces)
- For the Lemon Dill Sauce ()
- Fresh lemon juice (1 tablespoon)
- Fresh dill (1 tablespoon, finely chopped)
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Salt (1/4 teaspoon)
- Black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried dill, salt, and black pepper. This will be your marinade.
- Brush the salmon fillets with the marinade, ensuring both sides are well-coated. Allow the salmon to marinate for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- In the meantime, prepare the Lemon Dill Sauce by whisking together fresh lemon juice, finely chopped fresh dill, olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Set aside for serving.
- Place the salmon fillets on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove the salmon from the grill and immediately sprinkle with fresh dill.
- Serve the grilled salmon fillets with lemon wedges and the prepared Lemon Dill Sauce on the side.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Main Course • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 10 minutes • Calories: 350 • Fat: 23g • Carbs: 1g • Protein: 35g • Sodium: 350mg • Sugar: 1g