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Plank Grilled Salmon with Tomato-Fennel Relish
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Plank Grilled Salmon with Tomato-Fennel Relish
Recipe Notes
- Advance Prep: 20 minutes
- Active Prep: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients
For the Relish
- 3 medium Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
- ½ cup finely chopped fennel
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh thyme
- 1 garlic clove, finely grated or minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Salmon
- 1 cedar plank for grilling, soaked in water for 2 hours
- 1 (1-1/2–2-lb) salmon fillet, skin removed
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
Recipe Steps
1: In a bowl, combine all of the ingredients for the relish. Set aside.
2: Heat a grill to medium. Place the pre-soaked cedar plank on the grill for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the olive oil, mustard, Italian seasoning, paprika and salt in a small bowl. Brush the mixture onto the salmon fillet (the originally skinless side).
3: Place the salmon on the cedar plank, seasoned side facing up. Cover and grill for 20–30 minutes, or until the salmon is pink and flakes when brushed with a fork.
4: Serve with the relish.