Description
Grilled chipotle-orange salmon offers a tantalizing fusion of sweet and spicy flavors, making it an irresistible dish for summer barbecues or cozy dinners. Each bite reveals succulent salmon fillets, perfectly glazed with a vibrant marinade that complements the natural richness of the fish. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, this dish is sure to impress your guests while delivering a burst of flavor that transforms any meal into a festive occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the chipotle peppers, orange juice, honey, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.
- Place the salmon fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F).
- Grill the marinated salmon skin-side down for 6-8 minutes on each side until it flakes easily with a fork.
- For enhanced flavor, brush additional marinade on during the last minute of grilling.
- Remove from heat and let rest before serving with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg