Grilled Salmon Skewers with Garlic and Dijon
Grilled Salmon Skewers with Garlic and Dijon offer a delightful way to enjoy a quick, flavorful meal that’s perfect for any occasion. In under 30 minutes, you can create juicy, flaky salmon infused with the rich flavors of garlic and tangy Dijon mustard. This versatile dish is ideal for casual family dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. Simply skewer fresh salmon and lemon slices, marinate them in a zesty garlic mixture, and grill to perfection for a meal that’s not only delicious but also healthy, packed with omega-3 fatty acids. Serve these skewers as an appetizer, main course, or even toss them on a salad for an elevated dining experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs salmon fillets (cut into 1-inch squares)
- 2 large lemons (thinly sliced)
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2–3 garlic cloves (pressed)
- 0.5 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.125 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp light olive oil
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your grill to medium heat (375˚F).
- In a medium bowl, combine parsley, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice to make the marinade.
- Thread salmon pieces and lemon slices onto double skewers for easy flipping.
- Brush both sides of the skewered salmon with the marinade.
- Oil the grill grates to prevent sticking and then grill the skewers for about 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg