Cedar-Planked Salmon with Wild Mushroom Sauté

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Fresh salmon fillets grilled on cedar planks and served with a savory mushroom sauce made from local foraged mushrooms and herbs. This american-inspired grilling ready in about 40 minutes pairs Salmon fillets, Olive oil, (zested and juiced) Lemon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.4 (15 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 2 American cuisine 620 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat 12 oz salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, then season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Place skin-side down on a soaked cedar plank.
  2. Step 2: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Melt 1 tbsp butter, then add 8 oz cremini mushrooms, 1/2 finely diced shallot, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 5 minutes until mushrooms are golden and shallot is soft.
  3. Step 3: Add 1/4 cup white wine and cook until reduced by half (about 2 minutes), then stir in 1 tbsp lemon zest, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp fresh dill, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp chopped parsley. Remove from heat and set aside.
  5. Step 5: Preheat grill to 375°F. Place the cedar plank with salmon on the grill and cook for 12-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F. Slice and serve with mushroom sauce.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Cedar-Planked Salmon with Wild Mushroom Sauté take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (20 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Cedar-Planked Salmon with Wild Mushroom Sauté?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Cedar-Planked Salmon with Wild Mushroom Sauté?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Cedar-Planked Salmon with Wild Mushroom Sauté for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Cedar-Planked Salmon with Wild Mushroom Sauté?

American grilling like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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