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Cedar Plank Salmon

Flavorful Cedar Plank Salmon That Melts in Your Mouth

This Cedar Plank Salmon recipe highlights the natural richness of salmon with a smoky flavor, perfect for a healthy and gourmet dinner.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1 piece Cedar Plank Soak for at least 1 hour
  • 1 lb Salmon Fillet Choose fresh, high-quality salmon
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Butter Use melted if butter
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt is ideal
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked for the best flavor
For Flavor
  • Fresh Herbs (optional) Such as dill or parsley
  • 1 slices Lemon Slices For serving, enhances flavor

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Cedar Plank
  • basting brush
  • Tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cedar Plank Salmon
  1. Soak the cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour.
  2. Pat the salmon fillet dry and brush with olive oil or melted butter.
  3. Season the salmon with sea salt and freshly cracked pepper.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F).
  5. Place the soaked cedar plank on the grill for 2-3 minutes until it begins to smoke.
  6. Lay the salmon fillet skin-side down on the hot cedar plank.
  7. Close the grill lid and cook for 12-15 minutes until salmon flakes easily.
  8. Let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalProtein: 35gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with fresh lemon wedges and optional fresh herbs for added flavor.

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