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Honey Mustard Grilled Salmon with Easy Creamy Dill Butter Sauce

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A quick and easy grilled salmon recipe featuring a sweet and tangy honey mustard marinade paired with a luxurious creamy dill butter sauce. Perfect for summer grilling and packed with bold flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on
  • 3 tablespoons honey (preferably raw wildflower honey)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (smooth texture recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (extra virgin)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • Pinch of salt for butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade by whisking together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth and glossy (about 3 minutes).
  2. Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush the marinade generously over the flesh side of each fillet, avoiding the skin side. Let rest at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes.
  3. Make the creamy dill butter by mixing softened butter, chopped dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (375–400°F). Oil the grates well to prevent sticking.
  5. Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the grill. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes without moving until edges turn opaque and skin crisps.
  6. Carefully flip the fillets using a wide spatula and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until salmon flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 125°F for medium-rare.
  7. Transfer salmon to plates and add a generous dollop of creamy dill butter on top while hot to melt and create a luscious sauce.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

Use skin-on salmon to protect the fillet on the grill and prevent sticking. Oil grill grates well before cooking. Marinate salmon for about 15 minutes to avoid overpowering the fish. The creamy dill butter can be made ahead and refrigerated. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based alternative and omit garlic if sensitive. If no grill is available, sear in a cast-iron skillet and finish in the oven at 400°F for 5-7 minutes.

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