Splash Citrus-Cured Salmon with Lemon-Dill Glaze

A vibrant salmon fillet cured in a bright lemon-dill brine, finished with a honey-scented glaze that mimics summer lake reflections.

Cuisine: Pacific Northwest

Category: Seafood

Prep: 30 minutes. Cook: 8 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 4 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 1 medium lemon
• 2 tbsp fresh dill
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic

Instructions

1. Step 1: Zest and juice 1 medium lemon. Finely chop 2 tbsp fresh dill and mince 1 garlic clove. Whisk zest, juice, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp olive oil, and 1 tbsp white wine vinegar in a bowl.
2. Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down in a shallow dish. Rub 3/4 of the lemon-dill mixture evenly over each fillet, pressing gently to adhere.
3. Step 3: Refrigerate uncovered for 30 minutes to cure, then pat fillets dry with paper towels.
4. Step 4: Heat 1/2 tsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Cook salmon fillets 3-4 minutes per side until edges are opaque and golden. Brush remaining glaze over fillets before serving.