Grilled Salmon with Citrus Butter Recipe | The Neelys
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 4
Nutrition Facts Per Serving (1 of 4): Calories 584, Total Fat 49 g, Saturated Fat 20 g, Carbohydrates 1 g, Dietary Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 35 g, Cholesterol 154 mg, Sodium 475 mg
Total Time: 50 minutes
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Resting Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Transform your dinner into a zesty delight with this Grilled Salmon with Citrus Butter a simple yet irresistible dish bursting with fresh flavors that will have everyone reaching for seconds!
- Oil, for greasing the grill
- 1 stick unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons lime zest
- Four 6-ounce center-cut salmon fillets, skin removed
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Soften the butter in a bowl and stir until creamy. Add the lemon and lime zest along with a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and uniform.
- Lay out a sheet of plastic wrap on your work surface. Spread the butter mixture onto the wrap and roll it into a log shape, twisting the ends tightly to seal. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. This step firms the butter into a neat round shape, perfect for topping the salmon. Alternatively, keep the butter in a bowl and dollop it over the grilled fish.
- Heat your grill to medium-high.
- Season the salmon on both sides with salt and pepper. Lightly oil the grill grates using a clean tea towel or brush. Place the salmon on the grill and cook for about 4 minutes on one side; then flip and grill the other side for another 4 to 5 minutes.
- Remove the salmon to a serving platter. While still hot, place a slice of the chilled citrus butter on each fillet to melt over the fish, creating a luxurious, tangy glaze.
Fire up the grill and let the vibrant citrus butter elevate your salmon to gourmet status easy, elegant, and ready to wow your guests!
