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Grilled salmon and a good red wine. There are few things that make us feel better on a summer night. Grill out with this boosting recipe and a beautiful Beaujolais wine.
Happy Summer! Grilling Season is in full effect, Nate and I have been taking advantage of our favorite summer pastime. In the summertime our patio turns into our preferred kitchen. We love to come home, pour a nice glass of wine, and grill together. In this post I’m highlighting a fantastic #eattoglow grill pairing that will keep your skin happy all summer long.
Traditional cook out food is not always the healthiest, I’ve come up with alternatives to avoid the seasonal pitfalls of outdoor eating, this pairing is a prime example. First things first, the beverage selection, I personally prefer wine. I almost always select red wine vs white due its skin friendly lower sugar content and flavor profile. Ever since Nate and I traveled to France we always look for French wine, nostalgia is everything in the Thomas household. We discovered Beaujolais, a versatile and food friendly French wine that is light enough to enjoy on a summer night, we haven’t looked back since. In addition to being delicious, French Beaujolais is far better for your skin health than so many of the food coloring and additive laden American wines I’ve tried. 
Our favorite French wine pairs perfectly with my ultimate glowy skin grilling recipe, grilled salmon. Seriously grilled salmon might be the best food on earth and the skin boosting benefits are undeniable. The omega-3 found in salmon helps to calm inflammation, slowing the breakdown of collagen and elastin, keeping your summer skin looking fantastic. Add in a crunchy bright fennel salad to your plate and you’ve got yourself a bougie patio party. I hope you loves enjoy this seasonal pairing as much as Nate and I do!
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Grilled Salmon and Beaujolais Wine
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Diet: Pescatarian, Omnivore
Description
Grilled salmon gets a bright, fresh twist with a fennel and peach salad. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 bulbs fennel (2 bulbs) fennel
- 2 sprigs fennel fronds (2 sprigs) fennel fronds
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) mint leaves
- 1/2 lemon (1/2 lemon) lemon juice
- 1 saturn peach (1 saturn peach) saturn peach segments
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
- a pinch salt
- a pinch fresh ground pepper
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) capers
- 1/2 tsp mint
- a pinch salt
- 2 (113 g) pieces or wild caught salmon
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium bowl and toss until well combined.
- Split the salad between two individual plates.
- Prepare a hot fire in a grill and brush and oil the grill grate.
- Mix all ingredients except the salmon in a small bowl.
- Brush the salmon fillets on all sides with the marinade mixture.
- Place the salmon fillets, skin side up, on the grill directly over the heat and cook for about 3 minutes.
- Turn the fillets over and cook until the fish flakes when prodded gently with a fork, about 3 minutes more.
- Transfer the fillets to the individual plates.
Notes
- For optimal grilling, ensure your salmon fillets are at room temperature before cooking.
- If fennel is unavailable, substitute with thinly sliced celery or cucumber for a similar crunch.
- Store leftover salmon separately from the salad to maintain freshness; the salad can be kept for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 18
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 100
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of salmon is best for grilling?
For grilling, it’s best to use skin-on salmon fillets as the skin helps hold the fish together and adds flavor during cooking.
How can I enhance the flavor of the grilled salmon?
You can enhance the flavor by marinating the salmon in olive oil, garlic, and herbs before grilling, which will complement the Beaujolais wine pairing.
What temperature should I grill the salmon at?
Grill the salmon at medium-high heat, around 375°F to 450°F, for about 6-8 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the fillet.
