Cedar Plank Salmon Lemon Dill (Printable)

Salmon fillets grilled on cedar with lemon and dill for a fresh, smoky taste.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fish & Marinade

01 - 4 skin-on salmon fillets, 6 ounces each
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
05 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
06 - 1 garlic clove, minced
07 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ For Grilling

09 - 1 untreated cedar plank (12 x 6 inches), soaked for at least 1 hour
10 - 1 lemon, thinly sliced
11 - Fresh dill sprigs for garnish

# Directions:

01 - Soak the cedar plank in cold water for at least 1 hour, placing a weight on top if needed to keep it submerged.
02 - In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, chopped dill, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
03 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides generously with marinade. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
04 - Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F.
05 - Place the soaked cedar plank directly on the grill grate. Close the lid and heat for 3 minutes until the plank begins to crackle and smoke.
06 - Carefully arrange lemon slices across the heated plank, then position salmon fillets skin-side down directly on the lemon slices.
07 - Close the grill lid and cook for 15 to 20 minutes until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily when tested with a fork.
08 - Remove the plank from the grill using tongs. Allow salmon to rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh dill sprigs and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 40 minutes with minimal hands-on time
  • The cedar plank keeps the salmon incredibly moist and adds a beautiful smoky flavor
  • Naturally gluten-free and pescatarian-friendly
  • Perfect for entertaining—looks impressive but is actually easy to make
  • Fresh lemon and dill create a bright, summery flavor profile
02 -
  • Cedar planks can be reused if not heavily charred—simply scrub well and store dry for next time
  • Keep a spray bottle of water handy to control any flare-ups on the plank edges
  • Don't overcook—salmon is done when it reaches 145°F internal temperature and flakes easily
  • Let the salmon rest for 2 minutes after grilling to allow juices to redistribute
  • For food safety, check that your cedar plank packaging confirms it's allergen-free and food-grade
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