Description
This Grilled Salmon & Vegetables recipe is a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal that’s perfect for outdoor cooking enthusiasts. Tender salmon fillets paired with grilled zucchini and asparagus tossed in a light vinaigrette create a balanced dish packed with nutrients and vibrant flavors, ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchini, trimmed and halved lengthwise
- 1 pound asparagus, trimmed
Salmon
- 1 ¼ pounds salmon fillet, cut into 4 portions
Seasoning & Dressing
- 5 – 6 tablespoons vinaigrette, divided
- ¼ teaspoon salt, divided
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure it’s hot enough for cooking the vegetables and salmon evenly.
- Prepare Vegetables: Brush the zucchini halves and trimmed asparagus with 2 tablespoons of vinaigrette. Then, sprinkle them evenly with half of the salt and pepper for seasoning.
- Prepare Salmon: Drizzle the salmon fillets with the remaining vinaigrette. Season with the rest of the salt and pepper, making sure each piece is well coated for maximum flavor.
- Grill Vegetables: Place the zucchini and asparagus on the preheated grill. Grill until they become tender but still have a slight crisp, usually about 5 to 7 minutes depending on thickness.
- Grill Salmon: After the vegetables are done, grill the salmon fillets skin-side down first and cook until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, approximately 4 to 6 minutes per side depending on thickness.
- Combine and Serve: Cut the grilled vegetables into smaller pieces and toss them with any remaining vinaigrette for an extra burst of flavor. Serve the salmon portions alongside the grilled vegetables for a colorful, delicious meal.
Notes
- Use a grill basket for smaller vegetables to prevent them from falling through the grates.
- Make sure the grill is clean and oiled to prevent sticking.
- Check the salmon for doneness by seeing if it flakes easily with a fork.
- Try different vinaigrettes like lemon herb or balsamic to vary the flavor.
- To keep the salmon moist, avoid overcooking and let it rest for a few minutes after grilling.
