Grilled Salmon with a Creamy Tartar Sauce
Elevate your next seafood dinner with this irresistible Grilled Salmon with a Creamy Tartar Sauce. Perfectly seasoned salmon fillets are brushed with a zesty blend of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, and paprika, then grilled to tender, flaky perfection. The star companion is a homemade tartar sauce, featuring tangy dill pickles, bright lemon zest, briny capers, and aromatic fresh dill for a burst of flavor in every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or laid-back weekend barbecues. Pair it with your favorite side dishes, like roasted veggies or a crisp green salad, for a complete, restaurant-worthy meal that’s sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons (finely chopped) dill pickles
- 1 tablespoon (chopped) capers
- 1 tablespoon (chopped) fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon (minced) shallot
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3
Brush the mixture evenly over the salmon fillets on both sides.
Step 4
Place the salmon fillets on the grill, skin-side down if they have skin, and cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Step 5
While the salmon is grilling, prepare the creamy tartar sauce. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, dill pickles, capers, fresh dill, minced shallot, and lemon zest. Stir well to combine.
Step 6
Taste the tartar sauce and adjust seasoning if needed, adding a pinch of salt or a squeeze of lemon juice if desired.
Step 7
Once the salmon is cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for 1-2 minutes.
Step 8
Serve the grilled salmon hot with a generous dollop of creamy tartar sauce on the side. Garnish with fresh dill or a slice of lemon for extra flair.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (909.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2409.7 |
| Total Fat 191.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 23.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 389.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2325.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 33.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.0g | |
| Protein 143.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 34.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 165.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories