Grilled Salmon with Dill Yogurt Sauce
A healthy and flavorful dish featuring perfectly grilled salmon fillets served with a refreshing dill yogurt sauce. Ideal for a light dinner or special occasion meal.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 20 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Brush salmon fillets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the salmon for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
- While salmon is grilling, prepare the dill yogurt sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Serve the grilled salmon hot with a generous dollop of dill yogurt sauce on top or on the side.
Notes
- Fresh dill is preferred, but dried dill can be used in a pinch (reduce quantity).
- Serve with grilled vegetables or a light salad for a complete meal.
- The yogurt sauce can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with sauce
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: grilled salmon, dill yogurt sauce, healthy dinner, Mediterranean, low fat, fish recipe
