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Grilled Salmon Fillets with Balsamic Glaze

3.9

(141)

Grilling the salmon with the skin on protects the delicate flesh.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar
6 5- to 6-ounce salmon fillets with skin
Olive oil

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine first 4 ingredients in medium saucepan. Boil until reduced to 1/3 cup, about 17 minutes. Season glaze to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over low heat before using.)

    Step 2

    Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Brush salmon lightly with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill salmon, flesh side down first, until just opaque in center, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer salmon to platter. Drizzle glaze over salmon.

TagsWhite WineWineAlcoholBeveragesSalmonFishSeafoodMainDinnerDairy FreeNut FreeGluten FreeEasyQuickWeeknight Meals5 Ingredients or FewerGrillingSummerBon Appétit
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