Grilled Salmon with Garlic Mayo

Name: Grilled Salmon with Garlic Mayo
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided; 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed; 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each); 8 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 3/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons plain yogurt; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

This grilled salmon recipe is my stand-by for a quick, elegant mid-week dinner! —Donna Noel, Gray, Maine

Ingredients

3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon olive oil, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
8 garlic cloves, peeled
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Directions

Combine 3 tablespoons oil and rosemary; drizzle over salmon. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 10-12 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Meanwhile, in a small microwave-safe bowl, combine garlic and remaining oil. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 20-30 seconds or until softened; transfer to a blender. Add the remaining ingredients. Cover and process until blended. Serve with salmon.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 730 calories, 63g fat (10g saturated fat), 116mg cholesterol, 420mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 35g protein.

Originally published as Grilled Salmon with Roasted Garlic Mayonnaise in Taste of Home August/September 2009

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taffy45431

Jul 11, 2011

Excellent! Perfect sauce for salmon.
jeng1

Nov 9, 2009

WONDERFUL recipe - and yes, very elegant. It is a great recipe for company.