Cedar Plank Salmon with Lemon & Herb Butter
Salmon fillet steamed on a soaked cedar plank with bright lemon, fresh herbs, and melting butter—restaurant-style in 25 minutes, one skillet.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 38g
Ingredients
- 1 14-inch plank cedar plank
- 1 1 lb (two 8-oz fillets) salmon fillet, skin-on
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1 whole (sliced thin) lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (dill or parsley, chopped)
- 1 clove garlic clove, minced
Instructions
- 1
Soak the cedar plank in water for at least 15 minutes (or while you prep).
- 2
Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat salmon dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- 3
Place the soaked plank on a large baking sheet. Lay salmon skin-side down on the plank.
- 4
Layer lemon slices over the salmon. Dot with butter and scatter minced garlic and herbs on top.
- 5
Slide into the oven and roast for 12–14 minutes until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- 6
Serve straight from the plank with pan juices spooned over the top.
Tools you’ll need
- cedar plank (14-inch)
- baking sheet
- oven
- fork
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