Grilled Salmon with Lemon-Herb Butter Sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Grilled Salmon with Lemon-Herb Butter Sauce
30 min.
4
362kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Grilled Salmon with Lemon-Herb Butter Sauce, a dish that perfectly balances simplicity and sophistication. This gluten-free recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes, but it also serves as a nutritious option for lunch or dinner, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions alike.

Imagine succulent salmon fillets, grilled to perfection, their natural richness enhanced by a luscious lemon-herb butter sauce. The combination of fresh dill and chives adds a vibrant touch, while the hint of white wine and shallots creates a depth of flavor that will impress even the most discerning palates. With each bite, you’ll experience a delightful contrast between the crispy exterior and the tender, flaky fish inside.

This dish is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a healthy choice, boasting a caloric breakdown that emphasizes protein and healthy fats. Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a dinner party or simply want to treat yourself to a gourmet meal at home, this Grilled Salmon with Lemon-Herb Butter Sauce is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So fire up the grill and get ready to savor a dish that’s as delicious as it is easy to make!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons shallots finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup wine dry white
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons butter cold
  • tablespoon optional: dill fresh chopped
  • tablespoon chives fresh finely chopped
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • lb salmon fillet cut into 4 pieces
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small saucepan, combine shallots, wine and 3 tablespoons lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cook 5 to 7 minutes or until mixture is reduced to about 2 to 3 tablespoons, stirring occasionally.
  2. Remove from heat. Stir in cold butter 1 tablespoon at a time until each is well blended. Stir in dill, chives and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Cover to keep warm.
  3. In small bowl, combine oil and 1 tablespoon lemon juice; mix well.
  4. Brush over salmon fillets.
  5. Sprinkle with salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
  6. When grill is heated, place salmon, skin side up, on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals. Cook 8 to 10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork, turning once and brushing occasionally with any remaining oil mixture. If necessary, reheat butter sauce over very low heat, stirring constantly.
  7. Serve salmon with butter sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories362kcal
Protein26.08%
Fat71.14%
Carbs2.78%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.75
Glycemic Load
0.3
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
17.487391445948%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epicatechin
0.08mg
Eriodictyol
0.73mg
Hesperetin
2.23mg
Naringenin
0.26mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:362.47kcal
18.12%
Fat:27.77g
42.73%
Saturated Fat:12.4g
77.5%
Carbohydrates:2.44g
0.81%
Net Carbohydrates:2.16g
0.79%
Sugar:0.94g
1.05%
Cholesterol:107.52mg
35.84%
Sodium:331.96mg
14.43%
Alcohol:1.54g
100%
Alcohol %:1.12%
100%
Protein:22.91g
45.82%
Vitamin B12:3.64µg
60.7%
Selenium:41.71µg
59.58%
Vitamin B6:0.96mg
48.08%
Vitamin B3:8.97mg
44.85%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
26.18%
Phosphorus:239.53mg
23.95%
Vitamin B5:1.96mg
19.56%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
17.7%
Potassium:609.01mg
17.4%
Copper:0.29mg
14.74%
Vitamin A:612.64IU
12.25%
Magnesium:37.45mg
9.36%
Folate:34.8µg
8.7%
Vitamin C:6.73mg
8.15%
Vitamin E:1.02mg
6.79%
Iron:1.08mg
6.01%
Zinc:0.8mg
5.32%
Vitamin K:5.58µg
5.32%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.02%
Calcium:24.6mg
2.46%
Fiber:0.27g
1.09%