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Grilled Salmon on Sautéed Cucumbers Recipe

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Although this may seem to be an unlikely combination it is actually a perfect pairing: rich sweet salmon over crunchy mild cucumbers. Attractive in appearance, this recipe is easy to increase for any number of guests.

Grilled Salmon on Sautéed Cucumbers Recipe (+)

Directions

If cooking cucumbers and grilling salmon at the same time seems daunting, do the cucumbers first and set aside.

Start grill, making sure grates are very clean. Peel cucumber and slice in half lengthwise. Run a spoon down the center of each slice to remove most of the seeds. Slice crosswise about 1/4" thick.
Brush fillets generously with oil. Salt and pepper lightly. Put on grill over direct medium heat.
Melt butter in large skillet and add cucumbers. Salt lightly. Cook, stirring frequently, until tender but still crunchy, 3 - 4 minutes.
Turn fillets after 5 minutes. Check for doneness 3 minutes after turning (center should be opaque). Total time will depend on thickness of fillets and temperature of grill; figure on 10 minutes for fillets one inch thick. Don't overcook or fish will be dry.
To serve, spread cucumbers on serving dish or divide between individual plates. Put fish on top, with lemon slices alongside. Delicious with a chilled sauvignon blanc.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Serving Description: 1 salmon fillet, about 1 cup cucumbers

Servings: 2

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Ingredients

-		2 salmon fillets or pieces, at least 1" thick
-		1 large cucumber
-		1 tablespoon butter
		oil for fish, as needed
-		1/2 lemon, sliced
		salt and pepper

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