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Grilled Salmon with Dijon Mustard Sauce

Grilled Salmon with Dijon Mustard Sauce: A Quick, Healthy Treat

A quick and healthy grilled salmon dish with a creamy Dijon mustard sauce, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 pieces Salmon Fillets A fresh, wild-caught choice
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Helps prevent sticking
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Enhances natural flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground
For the Dijon Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Dijon Mustard The star ingredient
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Adds creamy texture
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Dill Fragrant herb

Equipment

  • grill
  • medium bowl
  • shallow dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and brush with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, heavy cream, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped dill.
  3. Place seasoned salmon in a shallow dish and pour half of the Dijon sauce over; marinate for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat, ensuring grates are clean and lightly oiled.
  5. Grill salmon skin-side down for 4-5 minutes, then flip and grill for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
  6. Remove from grill, drizzle with remaining Dijon sauce, garnish with dill, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 26gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Use high-quality, fresh ingredients for the best results. Do not marinate salmon for longer than 20 minutes to avoid mushiness.

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