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Grilled Salmon Fillets with a Lemon, Tarragon, and Garlic Sauce

SUBMITTED BY: Austin Geraldson PHOTO BY: soapscrubs

"This is perfect for summer grilling, especially if you want something different than the same old same old."
PREP TIME  20 Min
COOK TIME  10 Min
READY IN  30 Min

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 4 (4 ounce) fillets salmon
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
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  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS

  1. Prepare a grill for high heat.
  2. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil.
  3. Whisk together the mayonnaise, mustard, olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, tarragon, salt and pepper; set aside.
  4. Lightly oil the grill grate. Cook the salmon on the grill until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 5 to 10 minutes. Place on a serving plate and top with the prepared sauce.

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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2008 by SunnyByrd
The flavor of the sauce was a lot more tangy than I expected - which is good! I baked the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 8, 2008 by Lisa Lou
This was very very good. I cut the salmon into four fillets, wrapped them in foil, and baked... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 5, 2008 by TGIR22
Very good. Only suggestion I have: make the sauce ahead (a couple of hours if possible) and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 2, 2007 by LINDA MCLEAN
I agree with Mike in that this is certainly a company worthy dish. Can't wait to make this for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 28, 2007 by Mike
10 minute prep time, 10 minute cook time. So quick & easy. Blend the sauce very well to mix... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 7, 2007 by Nandabear
I went to Costco yesterday and got some salmon and decided to try out a new recipe. This one... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2008 by KOALAGIRL
Company Worthy and Restaurant Quality! Be sure to make your sauce ahead of time to let the... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 25, 2008 by CAS
I was a little concerned that this would taste like mayo but the sauce was great. I also added... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 3, 2008 by andrea
This dish has a great concept. I really enjoyed topping the salmon with lemon slices. However... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.