Grilled Salmon Skewers with Garlic and Dijon
Grilled Salmon Skewers with Garlic and Dijon are the perfect dish for summer gatherings or quick weeknight meals. Bursting with flavor from a zesty marinade of fresh garlic, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice, these skewers transform tender salmon into a delightful treat. With a cooking time of just 28 minutes, they make an easy yet impressive addition to your dinner table. Whether enjoyed as an appetizer or served alongside fresh salads and grains, these succulent salmon kabobs will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs salmon fillets (cut into 1-inch squares)
- 2 large lemons (thinly sliced)
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2–3 garlic cloves (pressed)
- 1/2 Tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 2 Tbsp light olive oil
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Soak bamboo skewers in water for at least one hour to prevent burning while grilling.
- Preheat grill to medium heat (375°F).
- In a medium bowl, combine parsley, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
- Assemble skewers by alternating salmon pieces and lemon slices; brush both sides with marinade.
- Oil grill grates to prevent sticking and grill skewers for about 3-4 minutes per side until salmon is opaque.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg