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Traeger Salmon

A juicy piece of salmon, perfectly smoked, with a hint of sweetness from a maple glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 salmon fillets skin-on is best for grilling
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon for zest and juice

Equipment

  • Traeger grill
  • Wood pellets (preferably alder or maple)
  • Meat thermometer
  • Grilling spatula
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine maple syrup, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  2. Place the salmon fillets in the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Set your Traeger grill to 350°F and allow it to preheat.
  4. Once preheated, use a grill brush to clean the grates.
  5. Remove the salmon from the marinade and place it skin-side down on the grill grates.
  6. Cook the salmon for about 20-30 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
  7. During the last 5 minutes of cooking, zest half a lemon over the salmon.
  8. Once cooked, remove the salmon from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.

Notes

Serve it with seasonal vegetables for a complete meal.