Grilled Salmon with Citrus Salsa Verde Recipe

Name: Grilled Salmon with Citrus Salsa Verde
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large oranges; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon); 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves; 2 scallions, finely sliced; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves; 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed, drained, and coarsely chopped; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Vegetable or canola oil, for the grill; 4 (4- to 5-ounce) skinless center-cut salmon fillets, each about 3 inches square; 2 tablespoons amber agave nectar or pure maple syrup; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 large oranges
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
2 scallions, finely sliced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons capers, rinsed, drained, and coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable or canola oil, for the grill
4 (4- to 5-ounce) skinless center-cut salmon fillets, each about 3 inches square
2 tablespoons amber agave nectar or pure maple syrup
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
For the salsa: Grate 2 tablespoons zest from the oranges and put it in a medium bowl.
2
Peel and trim the ends from each orange with a sharp knife.
3
Using a paring knife, cut along the membrane on both sides of each segment.
4
Free the segments and place on a cutting board.
5
Coarsely chop the segments and scoop them into the bowl with the orange zest.
6
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, scallions, mint, capers, and red pepper flakes.
7
Toss lightly and season with salt and pepper.
8
Set aside.
9
For the salmon: Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill.
10
Brush the grilling rack with vegetable oil to keep the salmon from sticking.
11
Brush the salmon on both sides with the agave nectar and season with salt and pepper.
12
Grill for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, until the fish flakes easily and is cooked to medium.
13
Transfer the salmon to a platter and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
14
Spoon the salsa verde on top of the salmon, or serve it on the side as an accompaniment.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large oranges, 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon), 1/4 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Grilled Salmon with Citrus Salsa Verde falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Grilled Salmon with Citrus Salsa Verde

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