Grilling salmon is an easy and tasty way to eat fish. Loaded with protein and Omega 3's combined with easy availability makes it a natural choice for a lazy summer dinner. In this episode, I walk you through one of my favorite summer recipes on the grill. Easy and sensational, this dish never disappoints. Also check out my video of me making this dish at www.arlenecoco.com

Pesto grilled salmon

Ingredients:

3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

2 garlic cloves

2 cups packed basil

1 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

4 each  4-6 ounce salmon fillets

Directions:

Step 1. In a processor, add oil and garlic and process until minced. Add basil and puree, stopping to scrape down the processor bowl a few times to make sure the puree is smooth. Add cheese and salt and puree briefly, just enough to mix. Set aside. 

 Step 2. Wash the fish fillets and pat dry. Slather 2 tablespoons or more depending on your taste of pesto on each fillet.

 Step 3. Heat grill to medium-high heat, you will be cooking the fish over indirect heat. Place fish on a seafood grilling rack sprayed with nonstick spray. Place the rack on the grill over indirect heat and cook for 10- 15 minutes until firm to touch.No need to turn or flip the fish.

Yield: 1 2/3 cups of pesto Serving size: 4