Traeger Grilled Salmon

An overview shot of a whole salmon fillet topped with lemon and served with roasted asparagus.

This Traeger Grilled Salmon recipe is easy, full of smoky flavor, and perfectly tender. With very little prep time, this healthy dish will be on the table in no time and is versatile enough to serve with your favorite sides!

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 35

Total Time 40

Servings

Calories 478kcal

Author Emilee Mason

Equipment

Traeger Smoker or other Pellet Grill

Ingredients

1 ¼ lb Salmon Fillet
2 ½ tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
2 ½ tbsp coconut aminos
½ large lemon juiced
1 tbsp favorite seasoning blend

Instructions

Preheat the traeger (or pellet grill) to 350F. Rinse the salmon fillets and pat dry with a paper towel.
In a small bowl mix the oil, coconut aminos, lemon, and spices. Use a basting brush to brush the marinade onto the salmon fillets.
Place the fillets, salmon skin-side down, straight onto the preheated grill grates, close the lid, and cook until the internal temperature of the salmon has reached 140 degrees F, approximately 35 minutes. The time will vary based on the thickness of the fillet. I highly recommend using a meat thermometer and placing it into the thickest part of the fillet.
Remove the salmon from the grill and serve with lemon wedges and fresh parsley if desired, enjoy!

Notes

Ingredient Notes

Salmon Filet - Wild Caught King salmon and sockeye salmon are great options for smoking and grilling. You can use a whole salmon fillet or smaller individual sized fillets.
Favorite seasoning - Use your favorite seasoning mix here or a mix of garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, salt and black pepper. Lemon pepper seasoning would be delicious as well.

Grilling + Smoking Notes

Alder is the most traditional wood used for smoking salmon, however, hickory, apple, or cherry are also great options.
To grill this salmon on a charcoal or gas grill:
- Prepare the salmon as directed and then place directly on the grill grates (salmon skin side down) over medium to medium-high heat. Close the lid of the grill and allow the salmon to cook for approximately 8-10 minutes and then flip the salmon to quickly sear the top for 2-3 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 140 degrees F. The cook time will vary based on the thickness of the fillet, so always grill based on temperature rather than time.
The USDA recommends salmon be cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees F, this is a fairly well-done. For a medium degree of doneness, aim for 135 degreees F, keeping in mind that the fish will continue cooking for a couple minutes after removing it from the grill.

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