Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Flavorful Lemon Dill Salmon & Salad—a dish that combines succulent grilled salmon with a refreshing salad. This recipe features the bright zest of lemon and the aromatic touch of fresh dill, creating a delightful culinary experience for any occasion. Perfect for family dinners or summer barbecues, it’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds. Enjoy this dish hot or as delicious leftovers!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cups mixed greens (arugula, spinach, romaine)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients, rinse salmon under cold water, pat dry, and remove pin bones.
- Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Pour over salmon fillets and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat grill to medium-high (400°F/200°C).
- Cook marinated salmon skin-side down for 5-7 minutes per side until flaky.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber; drizzle with olive oil and season lightly before tossing.
- Plate grilled salmon alongside salad; garnish with dill sprigs or lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with salad (approximately 8 oz)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg