Best 5 Grilled Salmon With Tzatziki Cucumber Yogurt Sauce And Warm Fingerling Potato Salad Recipes

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Grilled salmon is a delicious and healthy meal that can be cooked in under 30 minutes. This recipe pairs grilled salmon with tzatziki cucumber yogurt sauce and warm fingerling potato salad, creating a flavorful and satisfying dish. The salmon is marinated in a flavorful blend of lemon, garlic, and herbs, then grilled until flaky and tender. The tzatziki cucumber yogurt sauce is a creamy and tangy condiment that complements the salmon perfectly. The warm fingerling potato salad is a hearty and flavorful side dish that rounds out the meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED SALMON WITH TZATZIKI



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Grilled Salmon served over optional quinoa (or rice) with greens, grilled vegetables, fresh veggies and Tzatziki Sauce. Feel free to substitute chicken or tofu for the salmon ( see notes). If going grain-free, leave out the quinoa and add more grilled veggies.

Provided by Sylvia Fountaine

Categories     fish

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

8-12 ounces salmon (serves 2)
olive oil for brushing
salt and pepper
one lemon- sliced in half
one large tomato sliced in half
one small eggplant, sliced (or sub zucchini)
Everyday Quinoa (tastes great here) or rice,
Greens -arugula, spinach or mixed greens.
Fresh veggies- radishes, cucumber, microgreens, sprouts
Fresh herbs- dill, mint or Italian parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat heat grill to medium-high.
  • Set the quinoa or rice to cook on the stove, according to directions. (Quinoa only takes roughly 20-30 minutes)
  • Brush salmon with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Set aside. Brush the eggplant or zucchini with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Make the optional Tzatziki Sauce, or use store-bought.
  • Place salmon on a well-greased grill, along with the lemon (open side down), the tomato (open side down) and the sliced eggplant. Grill salmon on both sides for 3-4 minutes, shorter or longer depending on the thickness of the cut. Grill the lemon and tomato until deep grill marks appear, and flip the eggplant, grilling till tender and translucent. (You will use the grilled lemon to squeeze over the salmon before serving.)
  • When veggies and salmon are done, assemble the 2 bowls.
  • Divide quinoa among two bowls. Top with a handful of greens. Add any fresh veggies you like and drizzle with a little olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper and a squeeze of the grilled lemon. Arrange the grilled vegetables and salmon over top. Squeeze more of the grilled lemon over the whole bowl. Spoon a few generous spoonfuls of tzatziki sauce over top of the salmon. Scatter with fresh dill or other herbs.
  • Pour yourself a glass of white wine. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 451 calories, Sugar 5.8 g, Sodium 90 mg, Fat 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 29.6 g, Cholesterol 64.3 mg

GREEK SALMON WITH TZATZIKI SAUCE



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A recipe from the blog : I Wash... You Dry. http://iwashyoudry.com/2012/04/19/greek-salmon-with-tzatziki-sauce/ It would be better to do the Tzatziki sauce ahead of time. A few hours or the day before.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces salmon fillets
3 -4 tablespoons olive oil
cavender's all purpose Greek seasoning
1 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup peeled seeded and diced cucumber
1/4 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/8 teaspoon salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Salmon: Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Line a baking sheet with tinfoil and coat generously with cooking spray.
  • Brush salmon fillets with olive oil and sprinkle with the Greek Seasoning. Place on baking sheet. Bake on the middle rack for 13-15 minutes or until the Salmon is no longer opaque and it flakes easily.
  • Tzatziki: Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and whisk together. Store in fridge until ready to use. (flavor becomes better when it's stored in the fridge.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.9, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 33.8, Sodium 143.5, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 13.7

PAN-FRIED SALMON WITH GREEN GODDESS TZATZIKI



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup plain 2-percent fat Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
1/2 an English hothouse cucumber, seeded (1 pound)
Four 7-ounce salmon fillets, each about 1-inch thick, skinned
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • For the tzatziki: Combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, basil, chives, tarragon, vinegar, salt and pepper in a food processor. Blend until the herbs are finely chopped and the sauce is pale green. Scrape the sauce into a bowl.
  • Coarsely grate the cucumber using the large holes of a box grater onto a paper-towel-lined-plate; pat dry. Mix the cucumber into the tzatziki. Add salt and pepper to taste. The tzatziki can be made 4 hours ahead, covered and chilled, and stirred before serving.
  • For the salmon: Sprinkle the salmon with salt and pepper. Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet. Cook the salmon, skinned-side-up, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Flip the fish using a fish spatula and cook for 2 minutes for medium doneness.
  • Serve warm, at room temperature or chilled with the tzatziki. To serve chilled, cool, cover, and chill up to 1 day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 472 calorie, Fat 28 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 121 milligrams, Sodium 540 milligrams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fiber 1.5 grams, Protein 51 grams, Sugar 4 grams

GRILLED SALMON WITH CUCUMBER-YOGURT SALAD



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Make this recipe year-round by broiling the salmon instead of grilling it. Preheat the broiler and place a rack about 6 inched from the heat source. Broil the fish fro about 15 minutes, flipping over once. It should be lightly browned on both sides and should flake with a fork.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 33m

Yield 4 salmon fillets, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cucumbers, peeled, halved lengthwise, seeded, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup plain yogurt
1/2 small garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried dill or 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 1/2 lbs salmon fillets, cut into 4 pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine cucumbers, yogurt, garlic and dill and mix well. Cover and refrigerate at least 15 minutes or up to 6 hours.
  • Preheat gas grill to medium-high. Rub salmon with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Oil grill and cook salmon, skin side down, 4 to 5 minutes. Use a wide spatula to flip salmon; grill until just opaque, another 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Season cucumber salad with salt and pepper and serve alongside salmon.

GRILLED SALMON WITH TZATZIKI (CUCUMBER-YOGURT SAUCE) AND WARM FINGERLING POTATO SALAD



GRILLED SALMON WITH TZATZIKI (CUCUMBER-YOGURT SAUCE) AND WARM FINGERLING POTATO SALAD image

Categories     Fish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

FINGERLING POTATO SALAD:
1 pound fingerling potatoes or other small boiling potatoes
Water
Salt
1 cup Champagne vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 medium red onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 cup good-quality canned chicken broth
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Tzatziki (Cucumber-Yogurt sauce): Use recipe from Barefoot Contessa
GRILLED SALMON:
4 fresh wild salmon fillets, each about 6 ounces
Extra-virgin olive oil, for brushing
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 dill sprigs, for garnish

Steps:

  • Several hours before serving, make the potato salad: Rinse the potatoes, leaving their skins on. Put them in a saucepan with enough cold water to cover well and add a sprinkling of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, and then adjust the heat to maintain a steady boil and cook until the potatoes are just tender enough to be pierced easily with a long metal skewer, about 15 minutes. Drain well, transfer to a large mixing bowl filled with ice and water, and leave until thoroughly cooled, about 30 minutes. Meanwhile, in another mixing bowl, stir together the vinegar, sugar, and salt and pepper to taste. Peel the potatoes, using your fingertips and, if necessary, a small, sharp knife to slip off their skins. Cut each potato crosswise into discs about 1/4 inch thick and add them to the vinegar mixture. Add the red onion, toss gently, cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 hours. Make tzatziki For the salmon: Preheat an outdoor or indoor charcoal or gas grill. Brush the salmon fillets on both sides with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Grill to the desired degree of doneness, about 4 minutes per side per 1 inch of thickness for medium, 5 minutes per side for cooked through but still moist. Meanwhile, put the potato salad in a sauté pan with the chicken broth and butter and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through. Taste and adjust the seasonings with more salt and pepper, if necessary. To serve, spoon the potato salad onto 4 serving plates to form even beds. Place a salmon fillet on top of each. Spoon some of the cool cucumber sauce over each fillet and around the plate, transferring the rest to a serving bowl to pass at table. Garnish each serving with a dill sprig. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality salmon. Fresh salmon will have a bright pink color and a firm texture. Avoid salmon that is dull or slimy.
  • Cook the salmon to your desired doneness. Salmon can be cooked to rare, medium-rare, or medium. Rare salmon will be pink and translucent in the center, while medium-rare salmon will be pink with a slightly opaque center. Medium salmon will be cooked throughout but still moist.
  • Make the tzatziki sauce ahead of time. The flavors of the tzatziki sauce will develop and meld together if you make it ahead of time. You can store the sauce in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Use fingerling potatoes for the potato salad. Fingerling potatoes are small and have a waxy texture that holds its shape well in a salad. You can also use other types of potatoes, such as red potatoes or Yukon Gold potatoes.
  • Dress the potato salad while it is still warm. This will help the flavors of the dressing to absorb into the potatoes.

Conclusion:

This grilled salmon with tzatziki sauce and warm fingerling potato salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for summer. The salmon is cooked to perfection and the tzatziki sauce is cool and refreshing. The potato salad is a great side dish that is both hearty and flavorful. This meal is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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