Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Honey Mustard Grilled Salmon, a dish that combines the succulent richness of grilled salmon with a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality experience that impresses every time. Easy to prepare and adaptable for various occasions, it’s sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup raw honey
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- Fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place salmon fillets in a shallow dish or resealable bag and pour marinade over them. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375°F).
- Place marinated salmon skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 6-8 minutes until it flakes easily with a fork.
- If desired, brush additional marinade on top during grilling before flipping.
- Remove from grill and garnish with fresh herbs if using. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 575mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg