Grilled Salmon Fillets In Lettuce With Mustar

This elegant yet simple dish features tender salmon fillets grilled to perfection and served nestled in crisp green lettuce leaves. The star of the show is the vibrant sauce, a delightful blend of tangy lemon juice, dry white wine, briny capers, and a hint of dry mustard that cuts through the richness of the fish. It offers a beautiful contrast of textures and flavors, making it a light but satisfying meal. Perfect for warm evenings or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe brings a touch of Mediterranean freshness to your table without requiring hours in the kitchen. Serve it as a healthy main course that feels both indulgent and refreshing.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 261.2

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

This elegant yet simple dish features tender salmon fillets grilled to perfection and served nestled in crisp green lettuce leaves. The star of the show is the vibrant sauce, a delightful blend of tangy lemon juice, dry white wine, briny capers, and a hint of dry mustard that cuts through the richness of the fish. It offers a beautiful contrast of textures and flavors, making it a light but satisfying meal. Perfect for warm evenings or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe brings a touch of Mediterranean freshness to your table without requiring hours in the kitchen. Serve it as a healthy main course that feels both indulgent and refreshing.

Ingredients

4 (4 to 6-oz) salmon fillets
3 tablespoon Lemon juice
2 tablespoon White wine
4 teaspoon Olive oil
3 tablespoon Capers
1/4 teaspoon Dry mustard

Directions

1
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
3
Brush both sides of the salmon fillets with olive oil.
4
Place salmon skin-side down on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes without moving.
5
Flip carefully and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
6
While the salmon cooks, whisk together lemon juice, white wine, capers, and dry mustard in a small bowl.
7
Wash and dry 16 green leaf lettuce leaves, then arrange two leaves on each serving plate to create a bed.
8
Place the grilled salmon fillets on top of the lettuce leaves.
9
Drizzle the lemon-caper mustard sauce over the hot salmon just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 261.2kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.0g28%
Saturated Fat 3.8g19%
Cholesterol 55.0mg19%
Sodium 62.0mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 1.0g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.3g
Protein 20.1g41%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For best results, ensure the grill is well-oiled to prevent sticking. If you prefer a milder sauce, reduce the amount of dry mustard or substitute with prepared Dijon mustard.

This dish is best served immediately to maintain the crispness of the lettuce and the warmth of the salmon.

Keywords: salmon, grilled, lettuce, mustard, capers, white wine, lemon, mediterranean, seafood, healthy, easy dinner, fish recipe, quick meal, glazed salmon, low carb, protein, summer dinner, olive oil, healthy fats, omega 3

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