Grilled Garlic Dijon Herb Salmon
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Grilled Garlic Dijon Herb Salmon
Description
Grilled Garlic Dijon Herb Salmon features firm, wild salmon fillets that are seasoned simply with salt and pepper before grilling. The garlic herb mustard paste, made by mashing garlic with dried herbs, Dijon mustard, vinegar, and olive oil, adds a sharp and aromatic layer of flavor. Cooking the salmon on a grill pan with controlled heat allows the formation of a gentle crust while keeping the fish moist. Brushing the sauce during the final minutes of cooking builds up a vibrant coating that enhances the fish's natural taste. Serving with lemon wedges gives a fresh, acidic counterpoint to the rich salmon and mustard flavors.
This preparation showcases a balance between herbaceous, sharp Dijon notes and the tender texture of the salmon. The method emphasizes timing to prevent overcooking, noting total cooking time varies with thickness but targets about 9-10 minutes per inch. The approach is suitable for home cooks seeking a grilled salmon dish with a clear herb and mustard profile without complex steps.
Lemon wedges provide an optional finishing touch, allowing diners to add brightness if desired. The straightforward seasoning and sauce make this suitable as a simple but flavorful main course for dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp herbs de Provence dried
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- olive oil I used my misto, spray form
- 4 oz wild salmon 1" thick (if frozen, thaw first, fillets
- salt fresh ground, to taste
- black pepper fresh ground, to taste
- 4 lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a mini food processor, or using a mortar and pestle mash garlic with the herbs, vinegar, oil, and Dijon mustard until it becomes a paste. Set aside.
- Season salmon with a pinch of salt and fresh pepper. Heat a grill or grill pan over high heat until hot. Spray the pan lightly with oil and reduce the heat to medium-low. Place the salmon on the hot grill pan and cook without moving for 5 minutes.
- Turn and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes spooning on half of the garlic herb mustard sauce.
- Turn and cook 1 more minute spooning the other side of the fish with remaining sauce. Turn once again and let the fish finish cooking about one more minute.
- **Note: the fish should have a total cooking time of about 9-10 minutes per inch. If your fish is thinner, reduce the total cooking time.
- Transfer the fillets to plates and serve with fresh lemon wedges.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 233 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1fillet with lemon | |
| Calories | 233kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Sodium | 240.5mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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