Fennel-Smoked Salmon Fillets
Fennel-Smoked Salmon Fillets pair tender, gently smoked fish with the aromatic sweetness of fresh fennel and a bright cherry tomato finish. The light smokiness complements the citrusy lemon and olive oil, while fennel fronds add a fresh, herbal note. Ideal for a relaxed dinner or a special weekend meal, it balances delicate flavors with a clean, refreshing finish.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Put the wood chips in a bowl; cover them with several inches of cold water and let them soak for at least 1 hour.
- 2
Preheat a charcoal grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate. Scatter the wood chips over the coals and close the grill lid, keeping the top vents open. When smoke begins to come out of the vents, close them, open the grill, and lay the fennel slices directly on the grates to form a bed.
- 3
Season the salmon fillets generously with salt and black pepper. Set the salmon on top of the fennel slices. Close the grill lid with the vents shut. Cook until the salmon is tender and just starting to flake, 15 to 20 minutes. Take it off the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. Scrape the fennel from the grill and place it on top of the salmon while it rests, or discard it (see Editor's Note).
- 4
Mix the tomatoes, olive oil, lemon juice, fennel fronds, sugar, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Spoon the tomato mixture over the salmon and serve.
- Calories 467.8 kcal High
- Protein 45.36 g Good Source
- Carbs 10.65 g Moderate
- Total Fat 27.97 g High
- Saturated Fat 4.52 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 107.14 mg High
- Sodium 180.78 mg Moderate
- Fiber 3.86 g Moderate
- Sugar 5.73 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 56.36 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.22 mg Moderate
- Potassium 797.53 mg Moderate
- Vitamin A 172.82 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 28.55 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Fish 🐟
- Tomatoes 🍅