Best 5 Herb Buttermilk Marinated Salmon With Cucumber Salad Recipes

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Herb buttermilk marinated salmon with cucumber salad is a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The salmon is marinated in a flavorful herb buttermilk marinade, then grilled or baked until cooked through. The cucumber salad is made with fresh cucumber, red onion, and a tangy dressing. This dish is easy to make and can be served with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or quinoa.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW-ROASTED SALMON WITH CUCUMBER DILL SALAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 English (seedless) cucumber (about 1 pound)
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 cup low-fat plain yogurt
2 teaspoons roughly chopped fresh dill, (about 2 fronds), plus more fronds for garnish
Pinch sugar
1/2 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
Pinch cayenne pepper
Freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 pound center cut salmon, skinned
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the salad: Quarter the cucumber, lengthwise, and remove the seeds, but leave on the skin. Thinly slice the cucumbers and mix with the salt in a colander. Set in the sink for about 1 hour to drain. Meanwhile, place the yogurt in a coffee filter-lined strainer and set over a bowl to drain, about 1 hour.
  • Rinse the cucumbers with cold, running water. Press down on the cucumbers to extract as much liquid as possible and pat dry. Toss the cucumbers with the drained yogurt, dill, sugar, orange zest, cayenne, and season with pepper, to taste.
  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
  • Cut the salmon lengthwise and then crosswise to make 4 equal squares of fish. Lightly sprinkle the salmon all over with a pinch of turmeric and rub in slightly to coat evenly. Season salmon with salt and pepper and place on a very lightly oiled oven-proof nonstick pan. Roast the salmon, turning the pieces carefully with a spatula after about 10 minutes, until just cooked through, about 20 minutes in all. (Slow-roasted salmon looks bright orange when done, and will be luscious in the center.) To serve, divide the cucumbers between 4 plates, top with the salmon and garnish with dill fronds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calorie, Fat 23 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 95 milligrams, Sodium 797 milligrams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 39 grams, Sugar 4 grams

SALMON WITH LEMON-HERB MARINADE



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Here's one of the easiest ways to entertain: broil or grill a large salmon fillet, then adorn it with lemon wedges and rosemary sprigs. This recipe marinates the rich salmon in lemon juice, soy sauce and herbs. Serve it with a sharply flavored potato salad (like this one, with red Bliss potatoes and watercress in a yogurt-horseradish dressing) and a large bowl of greens.

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 3-pound salmon fillet, in one piece
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons parsley, chopped fine
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves
Juice of 1/2 lemon
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 lemon, cut into 6 wedges
Sprigs of rosemary, for garnish

Steps:

  • Wipe salmon fillet dry with paper towels. Combine remaining ingredients (except lemon wedges and rosemary sprigs) in small bowl and mix well. Pour mixture over salmon, making sure it is coated on both sides. Marinate for at least an hour before cooking.
  • Preheat broiler or grill. Cook salmon, turning once - five to six minutes each side for medium rare.
  • Place salmon on serving platter and garnish with lemon wedges and sprigs of rosemary.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 616, UnsaturatedFat 29 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 44 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 47 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 627 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

CUCUMBER-HERB SALAD



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Simple salads like this one are a great way to use summer's bounty. Here, kirby cucumbers are turned into a crunchy make-ahead side salad chock full of mixed tender herbs like parsley, mint, and chives.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 to 7 Kirby cucumbers, peeled, halved, seeded, and sliced 1/4 inch thick (6 cups)
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar, plus more to taste
1/3 cup mixed chopped fresh tender herbs, such as parsley, mint, and chives, plus whole leaves for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, stir together cucumbers, oil, vinegar, and chopped herbs. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour and up to 1 day. Taste and season with salt, pepper, and vinegar. Serve, sprinkled with whole herb leaves.

HERB-BUTTERMILK-MARINATED SALMON WITH CUCUMBER SALAD



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Number Of Ingredients 1

1 cup For the salmon 2 cups buttermilk 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped 1/2 cup thinly sliced scallions (about 6 medium scallions) 1/4 cup white vinegar 2 Tbs. honey 1 Tbs. ground ginger Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 sides of salmon (3 lb. each), skin and pin bones removed For the cucumber salad: 3 large English cucumbers, cut in half lengthwise, seeded, and sliced crosswise (about 9-1/2 cups) 1 large red onion, cut in half and thinly sliced (about 2 cups) 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives, cut in half 1 cup crumbled feta cheese Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Marinate and roast the salmon: In a food processor, combine the buttermilk, basil, cilantro, scallions, vinegar, honey, ginger, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/8 tsp. pepper. Process until smooth, about 30 seconds. Set aside 3/4 cup for the salad. Thirty minutes before roasting the salmon, pour the remaining marinade over the salmon in a large rimmed dish and let sit at room temperature. (For the best texture, don't marinate longer than 30 minutes.) While the salmon is marinating, position a rack in the center of the oven and heat the oven to 400°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil. When ready to roast the salmon, remove it from the marinade and set on the baking sheet. Bake until just firm to the touch and opaque in the center (use a paring knife to peek), 20 to 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest in the pan for 10 minutes. Make the salad: In a medium bowl, mix the cucumbers, onion, olives, cheese, and 1-1/2 tsp. salt. Toss with the reserved buttermilk dressing and season to taste with more salt and pepper. Serve: Use two large spatulas to carefully move the salmon to a platter. Spoon some of the cucumber salad around the salmon and serve the rest in a bowl on the side.

CREAMY HERB GRILLED SALMON



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I have a huge herb garden and love using herbs in almost everything I cook. Living in the Pacific Northwest, we eat a lot of wild-caught salmon, so I use fresh herbs in this moist and delicious grilled recipe. On cooler days, bake it instead. -Michelle Glassmeyer Wunsch, Bothell, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup minced fresh chives
1/4 cup snipped fresh dill
1/4 cup ranch salad dressing
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 salmon fillet (1 pound)
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix the first eight ingredients. Brush skin side of salmon with oil., Place salmon on a greased grill rack, skin side down; spread sour cream mixture over fish. Grill, covered, over medium heat 12-14 minutes or until salmon flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 25g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 379mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 20g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest salmon you can find. Look for bright pink flesh and no fishy smell.
  • Use full-fat buttermilk for the marinade. This will help keep the salmon moist and flavorful.
  • Marinate the salmon for at least 30 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. Over-marinating can make the salmon too soft.
  • Cook the salmon over medium heat. This will help prevent it from drying out.
  • Serve the salmon with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Herb buttermilk marinated salmon with cucumber salad is a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for any occasion. The salmon is moist and flavorful, and the cucumber salad is refreshing and light. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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