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Cedar Plank Salmon

Flavorful Cedar Plank Salmon in Just 30 Minutes!

Cedar Plank Salmon with Lemon-Garlic Marinade is a quick, gluten-free dish packed with flavor and healthy ingredients.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can be swapped with avocado oil.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Kosher salt recommended.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adds depth to the marinade.
  • 2 teaspoons Lemon Zest Freshly grated is best.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Finely Chopped Fresh Rosemary Dried rosemary can be used.
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Finely Chopped Fresh Thyme Dried thyme is also suitable.
  • 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced Adjust according to taste.
For the Salmon
  • 4 (6-oz) Salmon Fillets, Skin Removed Can be replaced with firm fish like halibut.
  • Lemon Wedges, for Serving For squeezing over the salmon.

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Cedar Plank
  • Plastic Wrap
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Spray Bottle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine ¼ cup olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 2 teaspoons lemon zest, 1½ teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary, 1½ teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme, and 2 cloves minced garlic. Place the salmon fillets in the bowl and coat them evenly in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. While the salmon marinates, soak your cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, aiming for a temperature between 400°F and 450°F.
  4. Pat the soaked cedar plank dry with paper towels. Place the marinated salmon fillets skin side down on the plank, ensuring they are spaced apart.
  5. Transfer the cedar plank with the salmon onto the grill. Close the lid and let the salmon cook for 10 to 15 minutes until opaque and flaky.
  6. When the salmon is cooked, carefully remove the cedar plank from the grill and serve the salmon directly on the plank or transfer to a platter with lemon wedges around it.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 700mgVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Always soak the cedar plank for at least one hour to prevent fire. Fresh herbs elevate the flavor of the marinade, and avoid flipping the salmon while cooking for best results.

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