Description
Honey Mustard Grilled Salmon with Avocado Basil Sauce combines smoky, caramelized salmon with a sweet-tangy glaze and a refreshing, creamy avocado basil sauce. A perfect balance of flavors and textures for an elegant yet easy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (divided)
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (packed)
- 1/3 cup Greek yogurt
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high.
- Combine Ingredients: Whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and garlic to make the glaze.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the Dish: Brush salmon fillets generously with the honey mustard glaze, reserving some for later.
- Cook to Perfection: Grill salmon for 4–5 minutes per side until flaky yet tender. Brush with extra glaze as it cooks.
- Finishing Touches: Blend avocado, basil, Greek yogurt, remaining lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy.
- Serve and Enjoy: Plate the salmon, drizzle with avocado basil sauce, and garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
- Pat the salmon dry before glazing for better caramelization.
- Chill the avocado basil sauce before serving for extra freshness.
- Let the salmon rest 2 minutes after grilling to keep it juicy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 85mg