Best 3 Grilled Salmon With Cilantro Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Grilled Salmon with Cilantro Sauce, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This dish presents a perfectly cooked salmon fillet, seared to perfection with a crispy exterior and a tender, flaky interior. The accompanying cilantro sauce adds a vibrant and refreshing touch, with its herbaceous notes complementing the richness of the salmon. This recipe also includes two tantalizing variations: a flavorful Lemon-Dill Sauce and a zesty Salsa Verde, each offering a unique twist to the classic salmon and cilantro combination. Additionally, discover a comprehensive guide to cooking salmon, providing expert tips and techniques to ensure a perfectly cooked salmon every time.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CEDAR PLANK-GRILLED SALMON WITH CILANTRO PESTO



Cedar Plank-Grilled Salmon with Cilantro Pesto image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (6 to 8-ounce) portions salmon preferably local wild King salmon -skin on or off
Olive oil, to taste
Salt
Fresh cracked pepper
Cilantro Pesto, recipe follows
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup roughly chopped cilantro leaves
1 clove garlic
1/4 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds) lightly toasted
1/2 lime, juiced
Jalapeno, to taste
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • This recipe is for OUTSIDE gas or charcoal plank-grilling.
  • For the Cedar Planks: I use UNTREATED 1 by 8 construction grade cedar cut to the length of the amount of salmon you wish to cook. (I cut mine in 10-inch lengths for 2 (8- ounce fillets)
  • Soaking the planks: Pre-soak cedar planks for at least 1 hour, preferably longer or overnight. Weigh down planks with heavy cans or stones to completely submerge the wood in water.
  • Lightly coat the salmon with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place salmon on cedar plank skin-side down.
  • Turn on your gas grill to high heat. Place planks (loaded up with salmon) on the grill and close lid. Your grill will now turn into an oven/smoker. Cooking time required will vary depending on the size of the salmon. Be careful when you are lifting the grill lid because the burning plank will produce a lot of smoke. Try to keep the lid closed as much as possible as not to lower the temperature inside the grill. When salmon is cooked, remove fish from plank and plunge wood into a bucket of cold water. Serve the salmon immediately with the Cilantro Pesto.
  • Place first 4 ingredients in blender or small food processor and completely puree. Add lime juice, jalapeno, and salt and pepper, to taste.

GRILLED SALMON STEAKS WITH CILANTRO-GARLIC YOGURT SAUCE



Grilled Salmon Steaks with Cilantro-Garlic Yogurt Sauce image

This glaze will work on virtually any protein you can think of. Even tofu. Try it on shrimp, black bass or snapper fillets, chicken kebabs, or lamb chops.

Provided by Chris Morocco

Categories     Bon Appétit     Dinner     Seafood     Fish     Salmon     Chile Pepper     Cilantro     Yogurt     Honey     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Grill/Barbecue     Grill

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Vegetable oil (for grill)
2 serrano chiles
2 garlic cloves
1 cup cilantro leaves with tender stems
1/2 cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt
1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp. honey
2 (12-oz.) bone-in salmon steaks
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for medium-high heat; oil grate. Remove and discard seeds from 1 chile. Purée both chiles, garlic, cilantro, yogurt, oil, honey, and 1/4 cup water in a blender until smooth; season well with salt. Transfer half of sauce to a small bowl and set aside for serving.
  • Season salmon steaks lightly with salt. Grill, turning once or twice, until flesh is starting to turn opaque, about 4 minutes. Continue to grill, turning often and basting with remaining sauce, until opaque all the way through, about 4 minutes longer. Serve with reserved sauce alongside.

GRILLED CILANTRO SALMON



Grilled Cilantro Salmon image

Summer is for salmon on the grill! This sensational salmon marinade combines honey, lime, garlic, and cilantro.

Provided by C.BURKS

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Salmon Steak Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bunch cilantro leaves, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 cups honey
juice from one lime
4 salmon steaks
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stir together cilantro, garlic, honey, and lime juice. Heat until the honey is easily stirred, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat, and let cool slightly.
  • Place salmon steaks in a baking dish, and season with salt and pepper. Pour marinade over salmon, cover, and refrigerate 10 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat.
  • Lightly oil grill grate. Place salmon steaks on grill, cook 5 minutes on each side, or until fish is easily flaked with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.8 calories, Carbohydrate 94.3 g, Cholesterol 34.1 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 17 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 40.8 mg, Sugar 93 g

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest salmon fillet you can find. Fresh salmon should have a firm texture and a vibrant pink color. Avoid salmon that is slimy or has an off smell.
  • Use a flavorful marinade to infuse the salmon with flavor. The marinade in this recipe is made with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs. You can also use other marinades, such as a teriyaki marinade or a soy sauce marinade.
  • Cook the salmon over medium-high heat. This will help to create a crispy crust on the outside of the salmon while keeping the inside moist and flaky.
  • Baste the salmon with the marinade while it is cooking. This will help to keep the salmon moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the salmon with a variety of sides. Some popular sides for grilled salmon include roasted vegetables, grilled corn on the cob, and mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Grilled salmon is a delicious and healthy meal that is easy to make. By following these tips, you can grill a perfect salmon fillet every time. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give grilled salmon a try!

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