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Honey Dijon Cedar Plank Salmon

February 17, 2014 by Julie 756 Comments

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On Sunday night Ryan and I did little experimenting in the kitchen with cedar planks! Cedar planks are great for perfectly-cooked fish that is so flavorful. This honey dijon cedar plank salmon recipe is a great one to try.

Cedar Plank Salmon

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.

Honey Dijon Cedar Plank Salmon

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.

Health Benefits of Salmon

(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!

Easy Honey Dijon Cedar Plank Salmon Recipe

 

Honey Dijon Cedar Plank Salmon

 

Honey Dijon Cedar Plank Salmon

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Honey Dijon Cedar Plank Salmon

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  • Author: Julie (PB Fingers)
  • Prep Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
  • Category: dinner, recipes
  • Cuisine: dinner
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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

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  • 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

  1. Soak cedar planks in water for at least two hours.
  2. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  3. Mix honey and Dijon mustard.
  4. Place salmon on plank (skin on or off depending on your preference) and coat with honey Dijon glaze.
  5. Bake for 30 – 35 minutes or until fish flakes with a fork.

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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!

More of my favorite salmon recipes:

  • Cashew Crusted Salmon

cashew crusted salmon

  • Salmon with Raspberry Glaze
  • Salmon Burgers

salmon burger

  • Soy Glazed Salmon
  • BBQ Salmon
  • Salmon Salad

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Comments

  1. ashley says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:26 pm

    mu husband and I eat salmon every week as well and my favorite way to prepare it is with honey, dijon mustard, and some panko bread crumbs, baked, Oh my, its so good!!

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  2. Arynn says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:27 pm

    I love to barbecue the salmon and then bake it with some veggies on the side!

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  3. Kathleen says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:30 pm

    Right now I’m craving a salmon roll but my favorite is either lemon pepper or teriyaki salmon!

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  4. Anna says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:31 pm

    I love eating grilled salmon over arugula with avocado, onions, and fresh lime juice!

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  5. Emily says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:32 pm

    Olive oil, salt, pepper, parsley and thinly sliced lemon laid on top! I usually wrap that all in a foil and put it in the oven, but cedar plank salmon I might try something more robust. I had salmon once with a teriyaki marinade, rubbed with wasabi!! It was so good and I think that would go perfect with the plank style cooking.

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  6. Kaitlyn says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:35 pm

    Fun fact: I’ve actually never had salmon! I’m too chicken to try it! I’ve always wanted to though, as well as other types of fish, but the thought of cooking it (which I would prefer over ordering it out) intimidates me! Winning this giveaway would give me that kick in the behind to just go out and make it happen. Who knows, maybe my boyfriend and two other roommates would be happy about a home cooked meal too. 😉

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  7. Jamie @ Dishing Out Health says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:37 pm

    I love balsamic glazed salmon served over a bed of greens. Also loovve salmon burgers and salmon cakes with avocado Greek yogurt sauce!

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  8. Marina says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:40 pm

    My favorite way to eat salmon is baked in the oven with a little olive oil, lemon, pepper, and dill!

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  9. Mary Molloy says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:41 pm

    Hi Julie – I am a big fan of salmon, and my favorites are pecan or macadamia encrusted. I do love a cedar plank salmon, as well. A favorite to order out is any type of salmon salad.

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  10. Coco says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:41 pm

    Oh my goodness, I looove salmon! I love it so much, I am insisting that we serve it at both my Rehearsal Dinner and my Wedding later this year!! I like it a variety of ways, but lemon-butter is a favorite.

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  11. Jennifer says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:41 pm

    I normally just eat my salmon with salt,pepper and olive oil on it. I really need to try some new ways!

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  12. Maria says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:43 pm

    Salmon is my favorite! I love to ty it made different ways. I have never tried it on the cedar planks but it sounds awesome!!

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  13. Mary says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:43 pm

    I love salmon and try to eat it at least once a week. My favorite way to prepare it now is with terikayi sauce, but I would love to try a new way!

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  14. Amy says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:44 pm

    I love salmon with a honey-soy marinade! Would love to try the cedar planks!

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  15. christina says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:44 pm

    I love salmon grilled with lemon and black pepper…well done and crispy is the best!

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  16. Merle says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:45 pm

    I love grilled salmon marinated in lemon and pepper. Yummy!!

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  17. Kelly says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:46 pm

    oohhh that looks so good! I love baking salmon with cajun spices! I’d love to try the cedar planks though

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  18. Lindsay says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:48 pm

    I love salmon with any kind of spicy seasoning, it’s the best!!

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  19. Stephanie says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:50 pm

    My mom makes this delicious creamy salmon pasta that she finishes off by baking with breadcrumbs on top… I need to recreate it soon!

    Reply
  20. Ivy says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:51 pm

    I love grilled salmon burgers!

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  21. Emily says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:51 pm

    Yummmm I love my salmon smoked!

    Reply
  22. Christine says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:52 pm

    My favorite way to eat salmon is grilled in a foil packet with lemon and butter!

    Reply
  23. Hillary | Nutrition Nut on the Run says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:52 pm

    yum! this weekend i made salmon with a creamy avocado sauce. i also like to make salmon cakes!

    Reply
  24. Christina C says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:53 pm

    I’m actually making pesto salmon tonight! My favorite way is salmon kebobs on the grill though, so good!

    Reply
  25. Savannah Graybill says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:54 pm

    I love making Salmon cakes! Similar to crab cakes, but SO easy! Just some bread crumbs, celery, egg and a little of bit of ketchup and then baked in the oven for 20 minutes. Delish!

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  26. Elisabeth says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:54 pm

    I love bourbon glazed salmon, but I’d like to try your salmon burger recipe!

    Reply
  27. Sarah Whitney says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:56 pm

    There’s a restaurant in my hometown that has grilled salmon with a maple glaze that is delicious!!!

    Reply
  28. Erin says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:57 pm

    I love salmon cooked simply with olive oil and salt!

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  29. Erin says

    February 17, 2014 at 7:58 pm

    I love smoked salmon! Even though I smell like it for the rest of the day!

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  30. Kate says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:01 pm

    I love salmon super simple with lemon and herbs, but I always splurge for the cedar plank salmon at restaurants!

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  31. Cornelia says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:02 pm

    Salmon with some fish sauce, soy sauce, and a little sugar. then onions and cilantro. top with uncooked rice noodles, wrap in foil and cook in the oven. steamed deliciousness!

    Reply
  32. Emily says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:05 pm

    I love making salmon with some fresh dill and lemon. So good!

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  33. Lindsey says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:08 pm

    I keep it simple with salmon, I like to use dill when I make it. I serve it often with rice and it truly is delicious!

    Reply
  34. Jill says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:08 pm

    I love it barbequed with some advocado

    Reply
  35. lauren says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:08 pm

    i love to make salmon cakes!! something new i tried and LOVE

    Reply
  36. Kate says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:11 pm

    I will eat salmon any which way I can! Smoked salmon, salmon sushi, baked salmon (honey/mustard/teriyaki) BBQ salmon on the grill, salmon burgers… the list goes on an on! I would love some cedar planks to try in the oven!

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  37. Kristin says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:17 pm

    Love this! I have been so curious how the cedar planks work, glad you posted this! Dumb question- do you throw out the planks after one use or can they be re-used?

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  38. Brooke@SweetnSweaty says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:17 pm

    I could eat salmon every day and sometimes I do! My favorite is sriracha lime salmon with a little honey baked in the oven in parchment paper! It holds all the flavors in. I have never tried the cedar planks but now I want to!! Thanks for sharing!

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  39. Allison says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:17 pm

    I love to grill salmon!

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  40. Kim F says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:17 pm

    I love Salmon, but rarely get to eat it! One of the downsides of living in the middle of the country is that its either very hard to find fresh fish or its very expensive. The addition of the 30$ gift card would definitely be used to splurge on some fresh salmon!

    Reply
  41. Molly says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:18 pm

    I love grilled salmon with honey mustard, ground pecan, panko bread crumb topping!

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  42. Krysten says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:19 pm

    My favorite way to enjoy salmon is on the grill!

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  43. Wren says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:20 pm

    My favorite recipe is baked salmon with creamy dill sauce. I make it almost every week!

    Reply
  44. Hillary says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:21 pm

    I’m not very creative. I just bake mine with lemon juice and enjoy every bite!

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  45. Katie Pope says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:21 pm

    I love my salmon blacken with a Caesar salad! yummy

    Reply
  46. Sara says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:21 pm

    I love salmon!! I usually just eat salmon that has been baked in the oven with a little EVOO, salt and pepper. I would love to try the cedar planks! 🙂

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  47. Kalyn says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:24 pm

    I’ve actually never had salmon but have really been wanting to try it!

    Reply
  48. Kate says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:24 pm

    My favorite salmon is from a restaurant near me. They have a salmon blt with a tarragon sauce that is delicious! My fiancé and I try to have salmon ( or other fish) at least once a week. It’s fun to try different recipes! 🙂

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  49. Nicole s says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:24 pm

    My mom has this recipe for super simple salmon cakes–sometimes simple is the best!! Thanks!!

    Reply
  50. Taylor Hotchkiss says

    February 17, 2014 at 8:25 pm

    My husband and I put honey mixed with oregano, crushed mint, and thyme, it’s excellent, wrap it in foil and grill it.

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