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Grilled Salmon with Herb Butter Recipe

Vegan salmon fillets grilled to perfection with dairy-free herb butter—smoky, zesty, and outrageously chic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Vegan Salmon
  • Plant-based salmon fillets: 4 pieces
  • Olive oil: 2 tbsp
  • Lemon juice: 2 tbsp
  • Salt: 1/2 tsp
  • Black pepper: 1/4 tsp
  • For the Herb Butter
  • Vegan butter softened: 1/3 cup
  • Garlic: 2 cloves minced
  • Fresh parsley: 2 tbsp chopped
  • Fresh dill: 1 tbsp chopped
  • Lemon zest: 1 tsp

Method
 

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high.
  2. Brush vegan salmon fillets with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Grill fillets 4–5 minutes per side, until golden with grill marks.
  4. In bowl, mix vegan butter, garlic, parsley, dill, and lemon zest until smooth.
  5. Remove salmon from grill; top immediately with herb butter.
  6. Let butter melt into fillets.
  7. Garnish with extra parsley and lemon slices.
  8. Serve hot with vegetables or salad.

Notes

Nutritional Values (per serving)

  • Calories: 320
  • Total Fat: 21g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g

Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)

  • Vitamin C: 16%
  • Calcium: 7%
  • Iron: 12%
  • Potassium: 14%
  • Magnesium: 8%

Additional Notes/Tips

  • Use cast iron grill pan indoors for smoky flavor.
  • Chill herb butter in advance for firmer texture.
  • Add a splash of white wine to butter for extra luxury.
  • Pair with roasted asparagus or quinoa for a complete meal.