Lemon Dill Grilled Salmon with Cucumber Salad
Lemon Dill Grilled Salmon with Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that brings summer to your table all year round. The succulent salmon, marinated in zesty lemon juice and fragrant dill, is grilled to perfection and served alongside a crunchy cucumber salad. This vibrant meal is not only visually appealing but also quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for entertaining or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, chopped dill, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate salmon fillets in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the salmon skin-side down for 4-6 minutes per side until it flakes easily with a fork.
- While grilling, combine cucumber slices and red onion in a bowl; toss with olive oil, salt, and optional mint leaves.
- Serve grilled salmon alongside cucumber salad and drizzle any remaining marinade on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with salad (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For more intense flavor, marinate the salmon overnight. Feel free to substitute dill with basil or parsley and add cherry tomatoes or avocado for extra freshness.