Grilled Salmon Recipe
Pan-seared salmon served with choice of sauce and side.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Sauce Options
Side Options
Method
Preparing the Salmon
- 1
Seasoning the Salmon
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Rub olive oil over each fillet and season with salt and black pepper.
- 2
- 3
Adding Lemon
During the last minute of cooking, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon for added flavor.
Making the Sauce
- 4
Combining Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together the Dijon mustard, honey, soy sauce, and fresh dill until well combined.
- 5
Preparing the Side
- 6
Cooking Quinoa
Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until quinoa is fluffy.
- 7
Roasting Asparagus
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 15-20 minutes until tender.
- 8
Preparing Cherry Tomatoes
Wash the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. They can be served fresh on the side or roasted along with the asparagus if desired.
