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Flavorful Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe with Easy Maple Dijon Glaze

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A quick and easy grilled salmon recipe featuring a sweet and tangy maple Dijon glaze cooked on a soaked cedar plank for a smoky, flavorful finish.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170g each), skin-on
  • 1 large cedar plank (about 12 x 8 inches), soaked in water for at least 1 hour
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons smooth Dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon kosher or sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional)

Instructions

  1. Soak the cedar plank in water and weigh it down with a heavy object for at least 1 hour to prevent burning and infuse smoky flavor.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth and slightly runny.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium heat, about 350°F (175°C). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  4. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Place skin-side down on the soaked cedar plank. Brush a generous layer of the maple Dijon glaze over the top and edges of each fillet.
  5. Place the cedar plank with salmon directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and cook for 15–20 minutes, until salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  6. Carefully remove the plank from the grill and let the salmon rest for 2–3 minutes.
  7. Sprinkle chopped fresh dill over the salmon before serving.

Notes

Soak the cedar plank for at least 1 hour to prevent burning. Keep the grill lid closed as much as possible to trap smoke and heat. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. For easier cleanup, line the cedar plank with parchment paper before placing the salmon. If cedar planks are unavailable, alder or hickory planks are good alternatives. Oven baking at 375°F for 20 minutes is a good substitute if no grill is available.

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