Whenever I see cedar plank salmon on the menu at a restaurant it always seems so fancy and also incredibly intimidating. Salmon is super easy to make and Ryan and I eat it every week, but I’ve never used a cedar plank when preparing the flavorful fish.
Thank you to The Salmon Council for encouraging me to give cedar plank salmon a try! The honey Dijon cedar plank salmon we made last night was fabulous. And so, so easy.
February is American Heart Month, a time of heightened awareness and concern about heart disease, and when The Salmon Council reached out to me to request my help in spreading the word about heart health, I was more than game. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming more than 811,000 lives per year. One woman dies from heart disease every minute.
Salmon and heart health go hand in hand since the American Heart Association recommends eating fish high in omega-3s, like salmon, two times a week. Salmon is packed with heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, protein and vitamin D and can help lower cholesterol and decrease fatal cardiovascular incidents.
(Source of the facts included in my graphic: Rima Kleiner, MS, RD)
And it’s pretty darn delicious, too!
The Salmon Council sent me two Weber cedar planks to inspire me to experiment with baking salmon in a new way and the end result was fantastic!
Honey Dijon Cedar Plank Salmon
Honey Dijon Cedar Plank Salmon
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
- Category: dinner, recipes
- Cuisine: dinner
Description
Salmon and heart health go hand in hand since the American Heart Association recommends eating fish high in omega-3s, like salmon, two times a week. Salmon is packed with heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, protein and vitamin D and can help lower cholesterol and decrease fatal cardiovascular incidents.
Ingredients
- 1 cedar plank
- 1 large salmon filet (approximately one pound)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (stone ground or regular Dijon will work)
Instructions
- Soak cedar planks in water for at least two hours.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
- Mix honey and Dijon mustard.
- Place salmon on plank (skin on or off depending on your preference) and coat with honey Dijon glaze.
- Bake for 30 – 35 minutes or until fish flakes with a fork.
Giveaway
Now here is your chance to win a prize pack from The Salmon Council in honor of American Heart Month!
One PBF reader will win:
- Two Weber Firespice Cedar Planks (You can visit Weber’s website for recipes and tips including a step-by-step guide for perfect salmon planking)
- $30 Visa Gift Card (to buy some salmon!)
- Hooked on Salmon Thermo-Tote
To enter this giveaway, simply comment on this post telling me your favorite way to enjoy salmon. I will randomly select a winner on Wednesday. Please note this giveaway is only open to U.S. residents.
Good luck!
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i actually have a hard time finding ways to enjoy salmon so id love to give this a try!
I love just baking salmon in the oven, sometimes I’ll put let it marinate in some honey and soy sauce and then will crush some pecans on top of it before I bake it and it is delish.
I love salmon patties. Takes me back to my childhood!
I love salmon with a honey glaze and would love to try the cedar planks!
I love salmon all ways, but my favorite is definitely seared on the grill in the summer. Yumm!
I am always intimidated to try cooking salmon at home although I don’t really know why…so this seems like a great way to finally get over the fear!
i love love love maple glazed salmon. Unfortunately, I’m still working on getting my husband to appreciate salmon and all it’s yumminess.
I love a simple grilled salmon-something about the barbeque that gives it an extra little something! But after seeing your recipe for cashew crusted salmon, I’m going to have to try that!!
I love Salmon with French Vinaigrette drizzled on it!
I love salmon!! I buy a pre-marinated salmon from Costco the I usually just bake in the oven, but my favorite way is on the grill. I would love to try salmon grilled on a cedar plank.
I love salmon! I usually bake it in the oven with olive oil and whichever spices I’m in the mood for. I’ll have to try that honey-dijon combo. Sounds delish!
I love having salmon in salads!!
my husband grills the best salmon ever. I don’t order salmon when we dine out now b/c it could possibly be as tasty. I’d love to try the cedar planks & maybe compete with his grilling skills 🙂
I love maple soy glazed salmon…so delicious!
I love blackened salmon on a salad! Give it a kick!
I love to eat blackened salmon on top of salads.
Salmon burgers are great!
I love maple glazed salmon atop a big salad! Don’t even need dressing because the glaze from the salmon goes all over. Soooo good 🙂
I love salmon in an Asian preparation, baked with a miso glaze.
I love it simply grilled with salt and pepper
I usually load it up with some salmon seasoning that I get from my local grocery store then cook it low and slow on the stove top! Love it!
I enjoy salmon the most when my boyfriend cooks it for me 😉 Maybe this would give me the inspiration to try to cook it for him!
i’ve really been enjoying salmon burgers topped with tzatiki lately!
I’m trying to find new ways to enjoy Salmon so this sounds like a fun way to do that!
Salmon is my absolute favorite! My husband actually found a similar honey dijon recipe and now that is what I prefer…although I don’t think I’ve ever eaten a salmon fillet I didn’t enjoy:-)
My dad makes the best salmon with a Teriyaki glaze on a cedar plank.
One of my favorite ways to eat salmon is smoked salmon with cream cheese and capers on a seasae bagel! Yummy!
LOVE SALMON!
I love what my mom calls “salmon patties” which is just salmon shaped into a ball, rolled in egg and bread crumbs, and pan fried. Yummy!
Grilled salmon with a seafood rub!
I love salmon baked with a honey-lime marinade. The planks would be great!
I love the cedar plank salmon from O’Charley’s!
I would love to win this! I love salmon. My fave way to cook it is a Giada DeLaurentiis recipe – you bake the salmon in foil topped with tomatoes, lemon juice, olive oil and some herbs. It is always cooked perfectly and is delish!
LOVE salmon pretty much every way, but my absolute favorite is lox + cream cheese. YUM
We usually use a cast iron skillet to sear it and season it with asain spices. it’s so good! but I would LOVE to give this a try too. Totally intimated like you were but seeing how easy it was for you, makes me excited to try it!
We usually use a cast iron skillet to sear it and season it with asain spices. it’s so good! but I would LOVE to give this a try too. Totally intimated like you were but seeing how easy it was for you, makes me excited to try it!
I have never cooked it myself but this looks easy and yummy. I have had and loved salmon with a maple glaze or a balsamic glaze both really good.
I love teriyaki salmon!
Bake in the oven with a little salt and pepper. Simple, but really good!
I love salmon cooked really simple. Just pan seared in some olive oil with salt and pepper. Yum yum!! 🙂
I love baking salmon with just a little seasoning!
My favorite way to make salmon is to sprinkle some Salmon Magic seasoning on the top of the filet. Then, in an oven safe skillet on high heat, sear the salmon, seasoning side down, for about 1 minute. Flip the salmon over in the pan and then bake in a preheated oven at 400 degrees for 17 minutes. It is the best salmon you will ever have in your life!
I love salmon! Although nothing beats grilling salmon, lately I’ve been experimenting with baking salmon in foil pouches (it’s too cold here to even start the grill sometimes). my favorite so far is seasoning the salmon with salt & pepper, and placing the salmon in the packets. Then putting some rosemary, capers, lemon slices, olive oil and marsala wine on top. Close it up, bake it and presto! Super delicious
Oh man, I need to buy some salmon ASAP. The cashew crusted salmon looks amazing. My favorite is grilled salmon!
baked with pesto.
I love salmon baked. This fish is so good for you!!
We love grilled salmon, but with this bitter cold WI weather we have opted to cooking our salmon in the oven with seasoning that we bought from the Amish. We also love to make salmon spread, which includes salmon, mayo, onions and sweet pickle relish and you eat with Ritz crackers. This has become a staple for our family gatherings.
I would love to start incorporating salmon into my diet!
Last night I had a salmon salad, one of my favorites! I mix in some dried cranberries, walnuts, and feta cheese!
I love salmon in sushi!