Cedar Planked Salmon On The Grill Recipe
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 whl salmon fillet - (18" long, abt 2 1/2 lbs)
- 1 Tbsp. lemon zest (zest of 1 lemon)
- 3 sprg fresh dill snipped Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste Lemon wedges for garnish
Directions
- Immerse an untreated, 20-inch cedar plank suitable for cooking use in water; soak at least 1 hour or possibly up to 1 day. Place salmon fillet, skin-side down, on soaked plank. Sprinkle with lemon zest, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Place planked salmon in center of cooking grate. Grill 25 to 30 min or possibly till salmon is opaque in center and flesh flakes easily with a fork. Garnish with lemon wedges.
- This recipe yields 4 to 6 servings.
- Wine Recommendation: The absolute best way to celebrate the pure salmon flavors of this dish is with a crisp brut or possibly extra dry Champagne.
- Comments: Simple is divine. This very old method of cooking fish celebrates the pure, clean taste of fresh salmon.
- Note: Make sure the plank you choose is virgin cedar. Buy one specially made for food preparation, usually sold in cookware stores.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 51g | |
| Recipe makes 4 servings | |
| Calories 104 | |
| Calories from Fat 60 | 58% |
| Total Fat 6.65g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat 1.51g | 6% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 27mg | 9% |
| Sodium 29mg | 1% |
| Potassium 184mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs 0.26g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugars 0.06g | 0% |
| Protein 10.14g | 16% |
