Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon Fillets
Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon Fillets feature tender, moist fish infused with woodsy smoke and a subtle sweetness from brown sugar. A warm blend of chili powder and cumin adds gentle heat and depth without overpowering the salmon. Perfect for a summer cookout or a relaxed weeknight dinner, this dish balances smoky aroma with caramelized spice rub.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon Fillets, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 24 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 58 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 58
- Heart Health
- 48
- Metabolic
- 11
- Digestive
- 29
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 25
- General Wellness
- 1
Mix brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Sprinkle the mixture over the fillets. Place the fillets 1 inch apart on the soaked cedar planks.
- 2
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Set the planks over the cooler part near the center of the grill, positioning the thickest parts of the fillets closest to the fire.
- 3
Cover and cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest parts of the fillets reads 135 degrees F (57 degrees C), 30 to 35 minutes.
- 4
Remove the planks from the grill. Let the salmon rest on the planks for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Calories 56.56 kcal Low Source 3%
- Protein 6.51 g Moderate 13%
- Carbohydrate 4.41 g 2%
- Total Fat 1.47 g Low Source 2%
- Saturated Fat 0.26 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 15.31 mg Moderate 5%
- Sodium 24.38 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.12 g Low Source 0%
- Total Sugars 4.0 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 9.24 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.58 mg Low Source 3%
- Potassium 120.43 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin A 4.82 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 0.55 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon Fillets is made with 6 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Brown Sugar, Chili Powder, and Ground Cumin. Each serving provides about 56.56 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon Fillets made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Brown Sugar, Chili Powder, Ground Cumin, Salmon. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon Fillets?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 56.56 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon Fillets easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon Fillets healthy?
- Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon Fillets has an easyChef Pro health score of 29/100. Per serving, it provides 56.56 calories and 6.51 g of protein, or 13% of the Daily Value. It contains Fish, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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