Harissa Cedar Plank Salmon with Herb Yogurt Sauce

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Harissa Cedar Plank Salmon with Herb Yogurt Sauce

Prep: 15 minutes plus soaking
Grill: 20 minutes • Serves: 4

2 plain cedar plank salmon, thawed (1-1/4 pounds)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons harissa hot sauce
1/2 cup Oikos® plain nonfat Greek yogurt
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, green onion and/or parsley plus additional for garnish (optional)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 salmon fillets (about 1-1/4 pounds)
1/2 lemon, thinly sliced, slices cut in half

1.Prepare outdoor grill for direct grilling over medium-high heat; soak planks in warm water 30 minutes.

2.In small bowl, whisk butter and harissa; reserve half in separate small bowl. Makes about 1/3 cup butter mixture.

3.In medium bowl, stir yogurt, herbs and/or onion, salt and pepper. Makes about 2/3 cup sauce.

4.Place salmon, skin side down, on planks; brush with half the butter mixture. Place planks with salmon on hot grill rack; cover and cook 20 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145°, brushing with remaining butter mixture after 8 minutes. About 3 minutes before salmon is done, top with lemon slices.

5.Serve salmon with sauce garnished with herbs and/or onion, if desired.

Approximate nutritional values per serving (1 fillet, 2-2/3 tablespoons sauce):
368 Calories, 24g Fat (10g Saturated), 124mg Cholesterol, 236mg Sodium,
2g Carbohydrates, 0g Fiber, 2g Sugars, 0g Added Sugars, 35g Protein

Smart Swaps:
No cedar plank? No problem. Bake or grill the salmon on foil or parchment with lemon slices underneath for similar flavor and moisture. No salmon? Trout, cod, tilapia or tofu all work beautifully.