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Cedar-Planked Salmon on the Grill



1 whole salmon fillet, 
18 inches long 
(about 2-1/2 pounds)
1 tablespoon lemon zest 
(zest of 1 lemon)
3 sprigs fresh dill, snipped
Salt and pepper
Lemon wedges

Immerse an untreated, 
20-inch cedar plank suitable 
for cooking use in water; 
soak at least 1 hour 
or up to 1 day. 
Place salmon fillet, 
skin side down, 
on soaked plank. 
Sprinkle with lemon zest, 
dill, salt, and pepper.
Place planked salmon in 
center of cooking grate. 
Grill 25 to 30 minutes or 
until salmon is 
opaque in center
and flesh flakes 
easily with a fork. 
Garnish with lemon wedges. 

Makes 4 to 6 servings.

Note: 

Make sure the plank you 
choose is virgin cedar. 
Buy one specially made 
for food preparation, 
usually sold 
in cookware stores. 



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