Grilled Salmon with Nectarines and Goat Cheese
A fresh and flavorful dish featuring grilled salmon paired with sweet nectarines and creamy goat cheese. Perfect for a light yet satisfying meal with a balance of savory and sweet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 nectarines, halved and pitted
- 2 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
- Brush the salmon fillets and nectarines with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the salmon skin-side down on the grill and cook for about 4–5 minutes per side, until cooked through.
- Grill the nectarines cut-side down for 2–3 minutes until lightly charred and softened.
- Transfer the salmon and nectarines to a serving plate.
- Drizzle honey over the salmon and nectarines, then sprinkle with crumbled goat cheese.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm nectarines for best grilling results.
- Peaches can be substituted for nectarines.
- Serve with a light salad or grains for a complete meal.
- If grilling outdoors, lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
