Mustard-Dill Grilled Salmon & Vegetables

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In this easy grilled salmon recipe, the salmon is cooked on a cedar plank, one of the most foolproof ways of grilling. We call for zucchini, tomatoes and onion, but feel free to use your favorite vegetables instead.

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Photographer: Carson Downing, Food stylist: Annie Probst, Prop stylist: Joseph Wanek

Active Time:
30 mins
Soak Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs 10 mins
Servings:
6 servings

If you have any salmon and veggies left over, you can use them to make a 3-Ingredient Salmon & Veggie Sandwich.

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Photographer: Carson Downing, Food stylist: Annie Probst, Prop stylist: Joseph Wanek

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise

  • 3 tablespoons Dijon or whole-grain mustard

  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill, plus fronds for garnish

  • 1 1/2 pounds center-cut skinless salmon fillet

  • 2 medium zucchini, trimmed and sliced lengthwise 1/4-inch thick

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, divided

  • Ground pepper to taste

  • 1 large red onion, cut into 1/4-inch-thick wedges

  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes

Directions

  1. Soak a cedar plank for 30 minutes to 1 hour (see Note).

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  2. Prepare grill for indirect grilling: preheat to High on one side, and leave the heat off on the other.

  3. Combine mayonnaise, mustard and dill in a small bowl.

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  4. Remove the plank from the water and pat dry. Place the salmon, skinned-side down, on the plank. Spread the salmon with the mayonnaise mixture. Top with dill fronds, if desired.

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  5. Place the salmon on the plank on the side of the grill that's turned off. Grill, with the lid closed, until the salmon begins to flake when tested with a fork, about 1 hour and 10 minutes. Remove the salmon and the plank; tent with foil to keep warm.

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  6. Turn all of the grill burners to medium-high heat.

  7. Brush zucchini with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Toss tomatoes and onion with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste. Place the tomatoes and onion in a grill basket. Grill the tomatoes and onion, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and the tomatoes are starting to burst, 10 to 12 minutes. Grill the zucchini, turning once, until marked and tender, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

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  8. Serve the salmon with the vegetables. Garnish with more dill, if desired.

Equipment

Cedar plank

Note

To soak a cedar plank, submerge in a large pan of water with something to weigh it down, like a heavy can or bowl of water. If you don't have a large enough pan, place a clean plastic kitchen garbage bag in your sink, add the plank and cover with water. Weigh the plank down with a heavy can or bowl of water so it is submerged. You can also re-use planks, simply wash with hot, soapy water and let the plank air-dry before storing.

To make ahead

Refrigerate grilled salmon and vegetables for up to 3 days.

EatingWell.com, October 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

285 Calories
17g Fat
6g Carbs
26g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 3 oz. salmon & 3/4 cup vegetables
Calories 285
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 6g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 7%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 26g 53%
Total Fat 17g 22%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 54mg 18%
Vitamin A 105µg
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Vitamin D 10µg
Vitamin E 2mg 14%
Folate 41µg
Vitamin K 21µg
Sodium 409mg 18%
Calcium 69mg 5%
Iron 1mg 7%
Magnesium 60mg 14%
Potassium 824mg 18%
Zinc 1mg 8%
Vitamin B12 5µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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