Grilled Salmon with Mustard-Herb Crust (7 ppv)
Course: snacks
PointsPlus™ Value: 7
Servings: 4
Preparation Time: 7 min
Cooking Time: 12 min
Level of Difficulty: Easy
The herb crust gives the fish incredible flavor and locks in moisture. A fabulous way to reap the benefits of salmon’s heart healthy fats
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Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp rosemary, leaves, fresh, chopped
- 3 Tbsp thyme, fresh, leaves, fresh, stemmed
- 1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 spray(s) cooking spray
- 1 1/4 pound(s) salmon fillet(s), with or without skin, Atlantic, skinless (four 5-ounce pieces)
- 4 Tbsp Dijon Mustard, regular or grainy-variety
Preparation
Step 1
Instructions
Prepare the grill for direct, medium-heat cooking.
Mix the rosemary, thyme and pepper in a small bowl.
Spray the bottom of the fish fillets with nonstick spray (that is, spray the piece of the fillet where the skin would have been, usually with some gray or brown mottling on it).
Spread 1 tablespoon mustard on the top of each fillet. Sprinkle about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the herb mixture on top of each.
Place herb side up on the grate directly over the heat. Cover the grill and cook until the fish flakes when gently scraped with a fork, about 12 minutes. Transfer to plates with a wide spatula. Yields 1 fillet per serving.
Notes
Salmon fillets are often sold with the skin on, but you can ask the person behind the fish counter to take it off for you. Don’t overcook these fillets; watch them carefully so that they come off while the meat is still moist and flavorful.