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Flavorful Cedar Plank Garlic Butter Salmon Recipe with Honey Dijon Glaze

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A quick and easy cedar plank salmon recipe featuring garlic butter and a sweet-tangy honey Dijon glaze, perfect for an impressive yet fuss-free dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 4 skin-on, center-cut salmon fillets (about 6 oz / 170 g each)
  • 1 cedar plank, pre-soaked in water for at least 1 hour
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Soak the cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour to prevent burning and infuse smoky flavor.
  2. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, a pinch of salt, and half of the chopped parsley. Mix until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice until smooth and slightly thick.
  4. Preheat grill to medium heat (around 375°F / 190°C) or preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). If grilling, set up for indirect heat.
  5. Remove cedar plank from water and pat dry. Lightly brush both sides with olive oil.
  6. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
  7. Spread a generous layer of garlic butter mixture over the skin side of each salmon fillet.
  8. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the oiled cedar plank. Place the plank on the grill grates or in the oven.
  9. Cook salmon for 15-18 minutes until opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The plank will smoke gently.
  10. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, brush the honey Dijon glaze over the top of each fillet.
  11. Remove plank from heat and let salmon rest for 3-5 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining parsley before serving.

Notes

Soak the cedar plank for at least 1 hour to prevent burning. Use medium heat to avoid drying out the salmon. Apply the honey Dijon glaze in the last 5 minutes to prevent burning. Let salmon rest after cooking for best texture. Butter can be substituted with vegan margarine or coconut oil for dairy-free diets. Maple syrup can replace honey for sweetness variation.

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Keywords: salmon, cedar plank, garlic butter, honey Dijon glaze, grilled salmon, easy dinner, healthy recipe, seafood

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