Description

This Cedar Plank Salmon brings a delicious smoky twist to your grill game. Infused with subtle woodsy flavor and juicy texture, it’s perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a flavorful family dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs salmon fillet, skin-on (can be halved for smaller portions)
1 large cedar plank (soaked in water for at least 1 hour)
2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil)
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons brown sugar (or substitute with honey or maple syrup)
Zest from 1 lemon
2 tablespoons fresh dill (or use parsley)
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Soak the cedar plank in water for at least an hour to avoid burning and help keep the fish moist.
Preheat grill to medium. Pat salmon dry and place it on the soaked plank.
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, garlic, brown sugar, lemon zest, dill, salt, and pepper. Spread the mixture over the salmon evenly.
Put the plank directly on the grill grates, close the lid, and cook for 15–20 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Use tongs to carefully remove the plank from the grill and let the salmon rest a few minutes before serving.

Notes

You can prep your salmon ahead by marinating it overnight. For variation, try this method with trout or white fish. Grilled fruits like peaches or pineapple pair beautifully and add a sweet contrast.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilled
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 filet
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 420mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 34g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: cedar plank salmon, grilled salmon, smoky salmon, barbecue fish