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Grilled Salmon in Lemon Butter Dill Sauce with Steamed Asparagus

20-Minute Grilled Salmon in Lemon Butter Dill Sauce – Divine!


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A simple and flavorful grilled salmon dish served with a lemon butter dill sauce and steamed asparagus.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 bunch asparagus (trimmed)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Season salmon fillets with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
  3. Grill salmon for 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through.
  4. Steam asparagus for 3-4 minutes until tender.
  5. Melt butter in a small pan, add garlic, lemon juice, zest, and dill.
  6. Simmer sauce for 1-2 minutes.
  7. Plate salmon and asparagus, drizzle with lemon butter dill sauce.

Notes

  • Use fresh dill for best flavor.
  • Adjust grilling time based on salmon thickness.
  • Serve immediately for optimal taste.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet with asparagus
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: grilled salmon, lemon butter sauce, dill, asparagus, healthy dinner