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Grilled Salmon Marinade with Honey and Dijon

Grilled Salmon Marinade with Honey and Dijon for Summer Flavor

This Grilled Salmon Marinade with Honey and Dijon features a sweet and tangy blend that enhances grilled salmon perfectly.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 fillets Salmon use fresh or thawed for the best texture
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce opt for low-sodium or coconut aminos
  • 2 tbsp Dijon Mustard brings tanginess, yellow mustard can be a substitute
  • 2 tbsp Honey maple syrup can replace for vegan option
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice lime juice is an alternative
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest omit if unavailable, but highly recommended
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced, fresh is best
  • 1/2 tsp Cracked Black Pepper freshly cracked is preferred
  • 1 tsp Salt substitute with more soy sauce if needed
Optional Serving Add-ins
  • 1 cup Cucumber Salad refreshing side that complements salmon
  • 2 pieces Charred Lemon Wedges grilling adds a smoky flavor
  • 1 cup Thinly Sliced Radishes adds crunch and peppery bite

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • grill
  • resealable bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, lemon zest, and cracked black pepper. Whisk in Dijon mustard and honey until smooth.
  2. Gradually pour in olive oil and soy sauce while whisking continuously until the mixture becomes creamy.
  3. Stir in fresh lemon juice and place salmon fillets in a resealable bag. Pour the marinade over the salmon and seal the bag.
  4. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours, ensuring not to marinate longer than 2 hours.
  5. Preheat grill to high heat. Lightly oil the grates and grill the salmon fillets for about 10 minutes until charred.
  6. Remove salmon from the grill and let it rest before serving. Pair with cucumber salad and charred lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 26gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use fresh salmon fillets and good quality ingredients. Marinating for 30 minutes to 2 hours is ideal for flavor absorption.

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