How to Make Cedar Plank Salmon

salmon fillets

🥗Healthier: trout

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Trout offers a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Maple syrup provides sweetness with a unique flavor.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried or frozen herbs can be more accessible and last longer.

Soak cedar plank in water for at least 2 hours, or up to 24 hours, prior to grilling.

Stir the brown sugar and Dijon mustard together until smooth.

Turn grill to medium-high heat. When ready to cook, place the pre-soaked cedar plank on the hot grate and close the lid. Leave it there until there is a smoky smell, about 4-5 minutes.

Turn the plank over and place the salmon, skin side down, on top. Spread a spoonful of mustard mixture on top of each filet and add a thin slice of lemon, if desired.

For indirect heat grilling: Heat grill to medium-high heat. Cook salmon in the center of hot grate, away from the heat. Cover the grill and cook salmon for about 15 to 25 minutes, or until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

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