Grilled Salmon with Cilantro Lime Butter Recipe
Grilled salmon with cilantro lime butter is that dish you whip up when you need dinner and a personal standing ovation.
The smoky char from the grill pairs with tangy lime and fresh herbs, making your taste buds feel like they booked vacation flights.
Cilantro’s brightness balances the rich salmon, while melted butter coats every flaky bite like it’s auditioning for a romance novel cover.
It’s fast, fancy, and scandalously easy—basically the culinary equivalent of wearing heels that secretly feel like sneakers.
Serve this, and suddenly you’re the queen of effortless gourmet cooking, no tiara required.
Grilled Salmon with Cilantro Lime Butter Recipe
Grilled salmon topped with a zesty cilantro lime butter, creating a smoky, citrusy, and herb-packed main dish.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil grates.
- Brush salmon fillets with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Grill salmon skin-side down for 5–6 minutes, then flip and cook 4–6 minutes more.
- In a bowl, whisk butter, cilantro, lime juice, and zest.
- Drizzle cilantro lime butter over grilled salmon before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 340
- Total Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 37g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin D: 58%
- Vitamin B12: 48%
- Potassium: 24%
- Selenium: 50%
- Vitamin C: 10%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Swap butter with avocado oil for a lighter drizzle.
- Add chili flakes to the cilantro lime butter for a spicy kick.
- Pair with quinoa or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
