Grilled Salmon Skewers with Cucumber, Red Onion, and Honey-Dill Lemon Glaze

Name: Grilled Salmon Skewers with Cucumber, Red Onion, and Honey-Dill Lemon Glaze
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusión mediterránea
Ingredients: 21 oz skinless salmon fillet; 9 oz cucumber; 6 oz red onion; 3 tbsp honey; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1 lemon lemon zest; 1/3 cup fresh dill; 2 cloves garlic; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

Original salmon skewers with firm cucumber chunks and red onion, grilled over medium-high heat and brushed with a glossy honey, lemon, dill, and garlic glaze. The result is fresh, juicy, and lightly caramelized, perfect for an elegant yet simple grilled meal.

25 minPrep

10 minCook

35 minTotal

4Servings

Gluten-FreeDairy-FreeHigh ProteinLow CarbDiabetic-Friendly

Important notice: This recipe is not medical advice. Consult your healthcare professional.

Ingredients

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600 g skinless salmon fillet (cut into 1.25-inch cubes)
250 g cucumber (seeded and cut into thick chunks)
180 g red onion (cut into large chunks)
45 ml honey (for the glaze)
30 ml lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 piece lemon zest (yellow part only)
10 g fresh dill (finely chopped)
8 g garlic (finely minced)
30 ml olive oil (divided)
6 g salt (or to taste)
2 g black pepper (freshly ground)

Nutrition facts

per serving

328 kcal

Calories

31 g

Protein

9 g

Carbs

18 g

Fat

1 g

Fiber

8 g

Net carbs

Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.

Allergens

Fish

Instructions

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1. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 425 °F / 220 °C.
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2. In a small bowl, mix the honey, lemon juice, lemon zest, dill, garlic, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Set this glaze aside.
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3. In another bowl, combine the salmon, cucumber, and red onion. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to coat everything without breaking the salmon.
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4. Thread the skewers, alternating salmon cubes, cucumber pieces, and red onion until all ingredients are used.
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5. Clean and lightly oil the grill grates. Place the skewers on the hot grill and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, maintaining about 425 °F / 220 °C.
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6. During the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush the skewers with the honey, lemon, and dill glaze, turning once more so they lightly caramelize without burning.
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7. Remove the skewers when the salmon is just cooked through and still juicy, and the onion is tender with browned edges. Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
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8. Serve the skewers hot, with any remaining glaze briefly heated if you want to use it as an extra sauce.

Chef tips

Use a firm, less seedy cucumber so it holds its shape on the grill. Do not overcook the salmon; it should stay juicy to contrast with the fresh dill and lemon notes.

Substitutions

You can replace the dill with fresh parsley for a more classic herbal profile. The honey can be swapped for agave syrup if you prefer a more neutral sweetness.

What I used to make it

Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.

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Cosori Pro LE 5 Qt Air Fryer
Browning and baking with little oil
- Browns food with very little oil
- Handy for vegetables, chicken and reheating
- Check the basket capacity
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TempPro TP19H Digital Thermometer
Checking doneness of meat and chicken
- Checks doneness of meat and chicken
- Quick reading
- Clean the probe after each use
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Victorinox Fibrox Pro 8" Chef’s Knife
Chopping, slicing and cutting strips
- The knife I use most when cooking
- Chops, slices and cuts into strips
- Keep it sharp and hand-dry it
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