Summertime Grilled King Salmon with Meyer Lemon Relish

Summer grilling often brings hearty burgers and sausages to mind, but there's something exceptional about the refreshing taste of grilled King Salmon. This recipe combines the rich, buttery flavors of King Salmon with a vibrant Meyer lemon relish that perfectly complements the fish's natural taste.

Meyer lemon zest and segments are paired with shallots, capers, and Castelvetrano olives to create a floral and lightly acidic salsa that enhances the salmon without overpowering it. Fresh flat-leaf parsley, Aleppo pepper, and a pinch of cayenne add depth and a hint of spice, making each bite a delightful experience.

King Salmon is an excellent choice for grilling due to its meaty texture, which holds up well over the heat while becoming meltingly tender as it cooks. This dish delivers on flavor and provides a refreshing alternative to traditional summer barbecue fare.

Serve this Grilled King Salmon with Meyer Lemon Relish at your next outdoor gathering, and watch as it becomes a new favorite among your guests. Enjoy the perfect blend of savory and tangy in every bite, celebrating the best summer grilling with a touch of elegance.

Serves 6

Summertime Grilled King Salmon with Meyer Lemon Relish

• 1 teaspoon Meyer lemon zest plus 1/2 cup finely chopped Meyer lemon segments, divided
• 1/4 cup finely chopped shallot
• 2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 1/4 cup drained capers, roughly chopped
• 1/4 cup pitted Castelvetrano olives, chopped
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon Aleppo pepper or 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• Pinch of cayenne pepper
• 6 (5-ounce) skin-on king salmon fillets
• 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Summertime Grilled King Salmon with Meyer Lemon Relish

1. Combine lemon segments, shallot, one teaspoon salt, and sugar in a medium bowl. Gently whisk in 1/3 cup olive oil; stir in capers, olives, two tablespoons parsley, Aleppo, and cayenne. Set aside.
2. Preheat the grill to very high (500°F). Brush the salmon with the remaining two tablespoons of olive oil; season with thyme, pepper, lemon zest, one tablespoon parsley, and the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoon salt.
3. Grill the salmon, skin sides down, covered, until the skin is golden and crispy, about 3 minutes. Flip the fish and grill, uncovered, to the desired degree of doneness, 2 to 3 minutes for medium-rare.
4. Transfer fillets to dinner plates and top evenly with relish.

Taken from foodandwine.com  https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/grilled-king-salmon-meyer-lemon-relish