Description
Dive into the perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and fresh with this Honey Mustard Grilled Salmon topped with a creamy Avocado Basil Sauce and vibrant Basil Tomatoes. The salmon’s smoky spice rub and sticky honey mustard glaze create a mouthwatering flavor, while the silky avocado sauce and juicy tomatoes bring a refreshing, herbaceous touch. Trust me, this one’s a summer grilling game-changer! #GrilledSalmon #HealthyDinner #AvocadoSauce
Ingredients
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For the Salmon
- 1 (2-pound) wild-caught salmon fillet, skin on
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 4 cloves garlic, minced or grated
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup Dijon mustard
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Avocado Basil Sauce
- 1 ripe avocado, halved and pitted
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves, plus more for serving
- 1 jalapeño, halved and seeded
- Juice of 1 lime
Basil Tomatoes
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic, lemon zest and juice, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice mixture all over the salmon.
- In another bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, cayenne pepper, and ¼ cup olive oil. Set aside for basting.
- Place salmon on the grill, skin-side down. Grill for 6–8 minutes, then baste with the honey mustard sauce.
- Flip the salmon and grill another 3–5 minutes, or until cooked to your preferred doneness.
- For the avocado basil sauce, blend avocado, basil, jalapeño, lime juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth. Add water if needed to thin.
- In a bowl, toss cherry tomatoes with chopped basil and olive oil.
- Serve grilled salmon topped with avocado basil sauce and basil tomatoes. Garnish with extra fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- Wild-caught salmon provides the best flavor, but farmed works too.
- Adjust jalapeño amount for spice tolerance.
- Can be cooked in a grill pan or under a broiler if no outdoor grill is available.
- Use fresh herbs for the best taste.
- Leftover avocado basil sauce is great as a dip or salad dressing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg