Grilled Salmon Kebabs
Savor the delightful taste of these nutritious salmon and lemon skewers, which are not only simple to prepare but also bursting with omega-3 fatty acids in each mouthful! Infused with aromatic herbs, zesty lemon, and a blend of spices, these kebabs are perfectly grilled for a satisfying meal.
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Ingredients
- 2 tsp sesame seeds
- 1-1/2 pounds skinless wild salmon fillet
- 2 lemons
- olive oil cooking spray
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 16 bamboo skewers soaked in water 1 hour
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your grill to a medium setting and apply a light coating of oil to the grates.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine oregano, sesame seeds, cumin, and red pepper flakes; mix well and set this spice blend aside.
- 3
Assemble the kebabs by alternating pieces of salmon and folded lemon slices on 8 pairs of skewers, ensuring to start and finish with salmon, resulting in a total of 8 kebabs.
- 4
Lightly mist the salmon with oil and sprinkle with kosher salt as well as the prepared spice mixture.
- 5
Place the kebabs on the grill and cook, turning them occasionally, until the salmon is fully cooked and opaque, which should take approximately 8 to 10 minutes.