Description
Delicious and flavorful grilled salmon kabobs marinated in a zesty blend of lemon juice, olive oil, and spices, perfect for a healthy and quick summer meal.
Ingredients
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Salmon Kabobs
- 2 pounds salmon (cubed)
- 2 lemons (thinly sliced)
Marinade
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
- 2 teaspoons capers
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: Add all marinade ingredients into a large mixing bowl and whisk thoroughly to combine all flavors.
- Marinate the salmon: Place cubed salmon into the marinade, cover the bowl, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to infuse. Meanwhile, soak wooden skewers in water to prevent burning.
- Assemble the kabobs: Thread the salmon cubes onto the soaked skewers, placing a lemon slice between each piece. Aim for about 5 salmon pieces per kabob for even grilling.
- Preheat the grill: Heat the grill to high and place a grill grate or heavy-duty aluminum foil to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Grill the kabobs: Place the assembled kabobs on the grill and cook for 10 minutes, turning once halfway through to brown both sides evenly and cook through.
Notes
- Soaking wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes prevents them from burning on the grill.
- You can substitute fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary for dried oregano for a different flavor profile.
- If you don’t have a grill, kabobs can be cooked under a broiler or on a grill pan stovetop with similar results.
- Check salmon for doneness by ensuring it flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
- For an extra smoky flavor, add a small handful of wood chips to hot grill before cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 kabob
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
