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
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Fennel-Smoked Salmon Fillets, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 21 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 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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- 51
- Heart Health
- 78
- Metabolic
- 33
- Digestive
- 27
- Inflammatory
- 59
- Performance
- 51
- General Wellness
- 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 23%
- Protein 45.36 g Good Source 91%
- Carbohydrate 10.65 g 4%
- Total Fat 27.97 g High 36%
- Saturated Fat 4.52 g High 23%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 107.14 mg High 36%
- Sodium 180.78 mg Moderate 8%
- Dietary Fiber 3.86 g Moderate 14%
- Total Sugars 5.73 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 56.36 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 2.22 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 797.53 mg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin A 172.82 mcg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin C 34.95 mg Good Source 39%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Fish 🐟
- Tomatoes 🍅
About This Recipe
Fennel Smoked Salmon Fillets is made with 5 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 35 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cherry Tomato, Lemon, Olive Oil, and Salmon. Each serving provides about 467.8 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Fennel-Smoked Salmon Fillets made of?
- The main ingredients are Cherry Tomato, Lemon, Olive Oil, Salmon, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Fennel-Smoked Salmon Fillets?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 467.8 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Fennel-Smoked Salmon Fillets easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 5 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Fennel-Smoked Salmon Fillets healthy?
- Fennel-Smoked Salmon Fillets has an easyChef Pro health score of 54/100. Per serving, it provides 467.8 calories and 45.36 g of protein, or 91% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 180.78 mg (8% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.52 g (23% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Fish and Tomatoes, 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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