Grilled salmon with lemon-caper sauce is a delightful and flavorful dish that combines the richness of salmon with the tangy brightness of lemon and capers. This dish is perfect for a light and healthy meal that can be prepared in just a few minutes. The combination of the grilled salmon, the vibrant lemon-caper sauce, and the fresh herbs creates a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GRILLED SALMON WITH LEMON-DILL SAUCE
Provided by Food Network
Time 25m
Yield 4 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1.Spray a grill grate with cooking spray or brush with oil.
- 2.Heat a gas or charcoal grill.
- 3.Brush the top of the salmon with the olive oil; sprinkle with the salt and pepper.
- 4.Grill over medium heat, skin side up, for 3 minutes.
- 5.Using a broad spatula, turn the fish over; grill for 5 to 7 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- 6.Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, mix all of the remaining ingredients. Serve the sauce over salmon.
EASY GRILLED SALMON WITH LEMON-CAPER SAUCE
The easiest grilled salmon recipe with a delicious lemon caper sauce. A healthy 10 minute recipe perfect for lunch or dinner served with salad.
Provided by Alida Ryder
Categories Dinner
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, oregano, salt and pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets in a suitable marinating dish or Ziploc bag. Pour over the marinade and allow to marinate while you heat the grill. The salmon can also be left to marinate for up to 2 hours in the fridge.
- Preheat an outdoor grill/braai/barbecue on its hottest setting for 5 minutes.
- Fold up a few sheets of paper towels then dip into oil and with tongs, rub onto the grill grates.
- Remove the salmon from the marinade and place skin-side down on the grill. Allow to cook for 3-4 minutes or until the skin is golden and crisp.
- Gently flip over and cook for another minute or two then remove from the heat and allow to rest.
- To make the sauce, Combine chopped capers, lemon juice and zest, garlic and herbs in a bowl and add a few tablespoons of oil. Season with salt and pepper then serve with the grilled salmon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 42 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Sodium 2465 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SALMON WITH LEMON, CAPERS, AND ROSEMARY
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Brush top and bottom of salmon fillets with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and rosemary. Place each piece of seasoned salmon on a piece of foil large enough to fold over and seal. Top the each piece of salmon with 2 lemon slices, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of wine, and 1 teaspoon of capers. Wrap up salmon tightly in the foil packets.
- Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill. Place the foil packets on the hot grill and cook for 10 minutes for a 1-inch thick piece of salmon. Serve in the foil packets.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calorie, Fat 25 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 94 milligrams, Sodium 451 milligrams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 1 grams
GRILLED SALMON FILLETS WITH A LEMON, TARRAGON, AND GARLIC SAUCE
This is perfect for summer grilling, especially if you want something different than the same old same old.
Provided by Austin Geraldson
Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Salmon Salmon Fillet Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Prepare a grill for high heat.
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil.
- Whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, tarragon, salt and pepper; set aside.
- Lightly oil the grill grate. Cook the salmon on the grill until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 5 to 10 minutes. Place on a serving plate and top with the prepared sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 65.4 mg, Fat 46.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 19.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 543.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
GRILLED LEMON-GARLIC SALMON
A lot of people fish here on the shore of Lake Michigan, so I've developed quite a few recipes for it, including this grilled salmon recipe. I love it, and so do my friends and family. When it's out of season, I look for wild-caught fresh Alaskan salmon at the grocery store. -Diane Nemitz, Ludington, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix the first five ingredients; rub over fillets. Let stand 15 minutes. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. , Place salmon on grill rack, skin side up. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4 minutes. Turn; grill 3-6 minutes longer or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 381mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
LEMON GRILLED SALMON
This tender and flaky fish is wonderful to serve to family and friends. A savory marinade that includes dill gives the salmon mouthwatering flavor and since it can be grilled or broiled, you can enjoy it all year round! -Aelita Kivirist, Glenview, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Sprinkle dill, lemon-pepper, salt if desired and garlic powder over salmon. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the brown sugar, broth, oil, soy sauce and green onions; add salmon. Seal bag and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour, turning once. , Drain and discard marinade. Grill salmon skin side down, over medium heat; arrange lemon and onion slices over the top. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 633mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.
GRILLED SALMON WITH LEMON-HERB BUTTER SAUCE
Fresh salmon, tart lemon and herby dill are our favorite culinary harbingers of the arrival of spring. Celebrate your first grillout of the season with this light and fresh entrée and simple sauce for salmon, which is perfect for a celebratory dinner or just a simple family supper.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small saucepan, combine shallots, wine and 3 tablespoons lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cook 5 to 7 minutes or until mixture is reduced to about 2 to 3 tablespoons, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat. Stir in cold butter 1 tablespoon at a time until each is well blended. Stir in dill, chives and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Cover to keep warm.
- In small bowl, combine oil and 1 tablespoon lemon juice; mix well. Brush over salmon fillets. Sprinkle with salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- When grill is heated, place salmon, skin side up, on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals. Cook 8 to 10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork, turning once and brushing occasionally with any remaining oil mixture. If necessary, reheat butter sauce over very low heat, stirring constantly. Serve salmon with butter sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 345, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 120 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1/4 of Recipe, Sodium 340 mg, Sugar 1 g
SALMON WITH LEMON- BUTTER -CAPER SAUCE
Make and share this Salmon With Lemon- Butter -Caper Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Babs in Toyland
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees.
- Line a baking sheet with foil; brush with olive oil.
- Season both sides of the salmon filets with salt and pepper.
- Bake until salmon flakes easily, about 20 - 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile in a heavy saucepan, simmer shallots, vinegar and wine until shallots are soft and very little liquid remains.
- Add the butter and 2 tablespoons water, whisking constantly over high heat until the butter is melted and incorporated.
- Stir in the parsley, capers and lemon zest.
- Serve over the salmon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 457.5, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 145.3, Sodium 392.5, Carbohydrate 1.5, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 47
GRILLED SALMON WITH LEMON DILL SAUCE
Our Grilled Salmon with Lemon Dill Sauce will make you legendary in the kitchen (but we know you're likely already there, kitchen wiz). With a creamy, tangy lemon dill sauce and tender salmon, this recipe will leave family and friends asking for seconds. Whether you're firing up the grill for our salmon with dill sauce or using the broiler, you've got what it takes to make it incredible. In a pinch, you can substitute lime for lemon in the dill sauce for salmon. We love this dish for lunch and dinner.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small bowl, mix all marinade ingredients except salmon.
- In 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish, arrange salmon pieces skin side up in single layer. Pour marinade over salmon; turn to coat. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate 20 minutes.
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. Brush grill rack with oil. Remove salmon from marinade; discard marinade. Place skin side down on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 10 to 15 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with fork.
- Meanwhile, in small bowl, mix sauce ingredients. Serve with salmon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 140 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g
GRILLED SALMON WITH LEMON/CAPER SAUCE
Steps:
- grill salmon approximately 4 minutes on each side. While grilling, prepare the sauce in a small saucepan by allowing butter to melt (not burn!), add chopped garlic, add lemon juice, salt & pepper to taste and the capers. For added flavor, use a small amount of the lemon zest. Thicken with a small amount of flour.
SALMON WITH LEMON CAPER SAUCE
Grilled or broiled, this rich dish usually gets served at our house when company comes. I make a double batch of sauce and use it the next day on poached eggs over English muffins. Mmmmm.
Provided by sugarpea
Categories Sauces
Time 3h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Fish: Mince parsley, basil and shallots in a food processor or by hand; place in plastic bag with oils and salmon; seal and turn to coat salmon completely; refrigerate 2 hours or overnight; turn occasionally.
- Sauce: Simmer lemon juice, wine and stock until reduced to 2 T, about 12 minutes; add half and half and boil until reduced to 1/4 cup, 2-3 minutes.
- Puree the reduction, anchovy and mustard in a blender or mini-processor and pour back into saucepan.
- Whisk the butter in, over low heat, 1 T at a time, letting each piece melt before adding the next; set aside and add 1 T capers, salt and cayenne.
- Keep warm.
- Finish: Gently pat marinade off salmon with paper towels; put on aluminum foil if grilling or on broiler pan, skin side down; grill or broil until opaque, 8 minutes depending on fillet thickness.
- Plate and spoon 2 T sauce over each fillet and garnish with remaining capers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 699.9, Fat 44.9, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 202.5, Sodium 394.2, Carbohydrate 4.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.5, Protein 65.2
Tips:
- Choose the right salmon. Look for wild-caught, sustainable salmon that is fresh and firm. Avoid salmon that is slimy or has an off odor.
- Properly prepare the salmon. Rinse the salmon under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Season the salmon with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices.
- Preheat the grill. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. If using a charcoal grill, let the coals burn until they are white-hot.
- Grill the salmon. Place the salmon on the grill, skin-side down. Cook for 6-8 minutes per side, or until the salmon is cooked through. The salmon is cooked when it flakes easily with a fork.
- Make the lemon-caper sauce. While the salmon is grilling, make the lemon-caper sauce. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, capers, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the salmon. Serve the salmon with the lemon-caper sauce and any desired sides, such as grilled vegetables, rice, or potatoes.
Conclusion:
Grilled salmon with lemon-caper sauce is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for any occasion. The salmon is cooked to perfection and the lemon-caper sauce is the perfect complement. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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