Grilled Salmon with Mustard-Herb Butter
Grilled Salmon with Mustard-Herb Butter is a mouthwatering dish perfect for summer gatherings or a cozy weeknight meal. This recipe features succulent salmon topped with a zesty compound butter made from Dijon mustard and fresh herbs, elevating the flavors to restaurant-quality. It’s an easy-to-make dish that takes just 20 minutes, making it ideal for busy cooks who want to impress their guests. Versatile enough to work with other proteins, this grilled salmon is sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives
- ½ tablespoon finely chopped tarragon
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped basil
- ½ stick unsalted butter (room temperature)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 piece of salmon (or alternative protein)
- Fish-friendly seasoning of choice
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, Dijon mustard, chives, tarragon, and basil. Mix well and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Preheat your grill to 375°F (190°C).
- Place the salmon on grill paper and season generously.
- Grill the salmon for about 10 minutes.
- Add the mustard-herb butter on top of the salmon and grill for another 10 minutes.
- Ensure the internal temperature reaches 130°F (54°C). Serve hot with lemon slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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