Best 9 Grilled Basil Salmon Recipes

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Grilled basil salmon is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The delicate flavor of the salmon pairs perfectly with the bright and herbaceous flavor of basil, and the grilling process adds a smoky touch that takes this dish to the next level. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion entree, grilled basil salmon is sure to please.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED SALMON WITH BASIL AND MINT



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Categories     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Lime     Mint     Basil     Salmon     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 (1/4-inch-thick) lemon slices
6 (1/4-inch-thick) lime slices
1/4 cup plus 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 (1-inch-thick) pieces salmon fillet with skin (6 oz each)
Fine sea salt to taste
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil, thinly sliced
3/4 cup loosely packed fresh mint, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Prepare grill for cooking. If using a charcoal grill, open vents on bottom of grill, then light charcoal. Charcoal fire is medium-hot when you can hold your hand 5 inches above rack for 3 to 4 seconds. If using a gas grill, preheat burners on high, covered, 10 minutes.
  • Brush both sides of citrus slices with 1/2 tablespoon oil, then brush fish all over with 1 tablespoon oil and season with sea salt and pepper.
  • Grill citrus slices, covered only if using a gas grill, on lightly oiled grill rack, turning over once, until grill marks appear, 2 to 3 minutes total. Transfer citrus slices to a plate, then, if using a gas grill, reduce heat to moderate. Grill fish, skin sides down, covered only if using a gas grill, until skin is crisp, 3 to 4 minutes. Turn each piece of fish onto 1 side and grill 1 minute. Turn over onto opposite side and grill until fish is just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer fish to a platter and keep warm, covered loosely with foil.
  • Heat basil and mint in remaining 1/4 cup oil in a heavy skillet over moderate heat, stirring, until herbs are just wilted, about 1 minute.
  • Serve fish with herbed oil and top with citrus slices.

GRILLED CEDAR PLANK SALMON WITH GARLIC BASIL BUTTER



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This is by far my FAVORITE way of preparing salmon. I first tried it at McGraths Fish House, then duplicated it at home. You can normally find a cedar plank at your local grocery store in the seafood department.

Provided by Mamafox61

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cedar plank
1 1/2-2 lbs salmon
1/4 cup fresh basil
1/2 cup butter, softened
6 -7 garlic cloves, minced
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Soak your cedar plank in water for 20 minutes, flipping over halfway through soak time.
  • While the plank is soaking, mix together butter, basil and minced garlic cloves, spread on salmon.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Heat your grill to low, or the right setting for your grill for fish.
  • Take your cedar plank out of the water and place the salmon on top of the plank. Place it on the grill and cook for 20-40 minutes depending on how thick your salmon is.Grill with the lid closed.
  • During the cooking time, if the plank catches on fire, spray it with water.
  • Salmon is done cooking, when it flakes easily with a fork.
  • *Note: Whenever I make this it normally takes around 30-45 minutes to cook on the grill. I constantly check it to make sure the plank doesn't burn & the salmon doesn't over cook.
  • Make sure you have water on hand to spray the cedar plank with, so it doesn't catch on fire.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.1, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 99.6, Sodium 185.5, Carbohydrate 1.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 23

GRILLED SALMON WITH BASIL AïOLI



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Provided by Judith Fertig

Categories     Egg     Father's Day     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Basil     Salmon     Summer     Grill     Chill     Grill/Barbecue     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Basil aioli:
2 large egg yolks (preferably organic)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 anchovy fillets, minced (1 1/3 teaspoons)
1/2 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon warm water
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon (generous) hot pepper sauce
Salmon:
Olive oil (for brushing)
1 2 1/2- to 3-pound skinless salmon fillet (about 1 inch thick)
Blistered Baby Zucchini, Baby Pattypan Squash, and Grilled Tomatoes

Steps:

  • For basil aioli:
  • Whisk egg yolks, basil, garlic, anchovies, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in medium bowl. Whisk in 2 tablespoons oil a few drops at a time, then gradually whisk in remaining oil in thin stream. Whisk in 1 tablespoon warm water, lemon juice, and hot pepper sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and chill. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
  • For Salmon:
  • Prepare barbecue (high heat). Brush grill rack with oil. Brush salmon with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill salmon uncovered 5 minutes. Using 2 large spatulas, carefully turn fish over. Grill until fish just begins to flake in center, 4 to 5 minutes longer. Transfer salmon to platter. Arrange Blistered Baby Zucchini, Baby Pattypan Squash, and Grilled Tomatoes around salmon. Serve with aioli.

GRILLED SALMON WITH TOMATOES & BASIL



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This is a great recipe for summer... Cooking outdoors, and using my garden's tomatoes and basil! Not to mention it is absolutely delicious! Eating Well Magazine July/August 2010

Provided by TattooedMamaof2

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 1/2 lbs salmon fillets, whole (about 1.5 lbs)
1/3 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced plus
1/4 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced
2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat grill to medium.
  • Mash minced garlic and 3/4 t salt in a small bowl to form a paste, stir in oil.
  • Check the salmon for pin bones and remove if necessary. Measure out a piece of heavy-duty foil (or use a double layer of regular foil) large enough for the salmon fillet. Coat the foil with cooking spray.
  • Place the salmon skin-side down on the foil and spread the garlic mixture over it. Sprinkle with 1/3 C basil. Overlap tomato slices on top and sprinkle with the remaining salt and the pepper.
  • Transfer the salmon on the foil to the grill. Grill until the fish flakes easily, 10-12 minutes. Use two large spatulas to slide the salmon from the foil to a serving platter.
  • Serve the salmon sprinkled with the remaining 1/4 C basil.

GRILLED SALMON WITH BASIL AND HOLLANDAISE SAUCE



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This sounds so good! Recipe calls for packaged hollandaise sauce, if you're not into packaged, try making your own hollandaise. I thought the ease of the prepackaged made this dish quick and easy.

Provided by BakinBaby

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (1 1/4 ounce) package hollandaise sauce mix
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon lemon peel (grated)
1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
4 (4 ounce) salmon fillets
1/4 cup fresh basil leaf (cut into narrow strips)
1 lemon (cut in wedges)

Steps:

  • Heat grill.
  • Combine olive oil, rosemary, lemon peel and seasoning salt in small bowl, rub mixture onto both sides of salmon steaks.
  • Lighly oil the grill, place salmon on grill at medium heat setting; cook 5 min.,turn and continue cooking 5 minute more, or until fish flakes easily. Baste salmon with olive oil mixture while cooking.
  • While cooking salmon, prepare hollandaise sauce according to package directions.
  • Remove salmon to individual serving plates, spoon Hollandaise sauce over top and sprinkle with fresh basil, garnish with lemon wedges.

GRILLED BASIL SALMON STEAKS



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I've had this recipe in my file for so long I don't know where it came from. I do know that it is wonderful especially with really fresh salmon. My oldest son brings one home from time to time. There just isn't anything better!

Provided by Normaone

Categories     Spring

Time 46m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 salmon steaks, 1 inch thick,thawed if frozen (4-6oz.)
1 cup mesquite wood chips
1/2 cup packed fresh basil leaf
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
lemon slice
basil sprig

Steps:

  • Combine marinade ingredients in a blender container.
  • Process until smooth.
  • Place salmon steaks in a glass dish.
  • Pour marinade over salmon, turn to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cover wood chips with water and soak for 30 minutes.
  • Just before cooking salmon sprinkle wood chips over coals.
  • Place salmon steaks on oiled grill rack 4-6 inches over medium hot coals.
  • Grill 10-17 minutes until fish is done, basting occasionally with the marinade.
  • Garnish with a lemon slices and sprigs of basil.

GRILLED SALMON WITH BASIL AIOLI



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DH and I enjoyed this easy to prepare salmon dish from July 2008 Bon Appetit. We cheated and used anchovy paste instead of opening up a new tin of anchovies. It worked fine. We served the fish with grilled summer squash and zucchini, which was very complimentary.

Provided by Dr. Jenny

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large egg yolks (preferably organic)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 anchovy fillets, minced (1 1/3 tsp)
1/2 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon warm water
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (generous)
olive oil, for brushing
2 1/2-3 lbs skinless salmon fillet (about 1 inch thick)

Steps:

  • For the basil aioli: Whisk egg yolks, basil, garlic, anchovies, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in medium bowl. Whisk in 2 Tb oil a few drops at a time, then gradually whisk in remaining oil in a thin stream. Whisk in 1 Tb warm water, lemon juice, and hot pepper sauce. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and chill. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Keep chilled).
  • For Salmon: Prepare a BBQ (high heat). Brush grill rack with oil. Brush salmon with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill salmon, uncovered, 5 minutes. Using 2 large spatulas, carefully turn fish over. Grill until fish just begins to flake in center, 4 to 5 minutes longer. Transfer salmon to platter. Serve with aioli.

GRILLED SALMON WITH BASIL OIL



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This dish is prepared in a grill pan on the stovetop. It is adapted from my local newspaper. Simple and easy to prepare. If using fillets you can leave the skin on and cook the skin side first. Serve skin side down.

Provided by threeovens

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 4 steaks or fillets, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/3 cup basil, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
4 (6 ounce) salmon steaks or 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets

Steps:

  • Heat a grill pan over medium high heat.
  • Combine basil, olive oil, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Brush evenly over salmon pieces, tops and bottoms.
  • Place salmon into pan and cook until browned on one side. Turn and cook until center is barely translucent in the center, about 10 minutes total.

GRILLED BASIL SALMON



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Make and share this Grilled Basil Salmon recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 28m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (1 lb) salmon fillet
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon grated lemon, rind of
2 teaspoons basil
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons soy sauce
5 teaspoons grated parmesan cheese
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place salmon filet, skin side down, in pan, (I use a disposable foil pan).
  • Mix the next 6 ingredients; pour over fish.
  • Sprinkle with parmesan and pepper.
  • Put pan on grill, cover grill, and cook over med heat for 20 minutes.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality ingredients: Use fresh basil, preferably organic, for the best flavor. Select wild-caught salmon fillets for their superior taste and texture. Opt for extra virgin olive oil and fresh lemon juice for a zesty marinade.
  • Prepare the marinade in advance: Marinating the salmon fillets for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to penetrate and enhance the fish. Make sure the marinade is well-blended and evenly coats the fillets.
  • Grill the salmon fillets carefully: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and grease the grates to prevent sticking. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper doneness: Insert the meat thermometer into the thickest part of the salmon fillet. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare or 160°F (71°C) for medium.
  • Serve immediately: Grilled basil salmon is best enjoyed hot off the grill. Serve with your favorite sides, such as grilled vegetables, roasted potatoes, or a fresh salad.

Conclusion:

Grilled basil salmon is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant flavors and tender texture, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. By following these tips, you can create a restaurant-quality grilled salmon fillet that is packed with flavor and nutrients. So fire up your grill and get ready to enjoy this delicious and satisfying recipe!

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