Grilled Salmon with Orange Blossom Honey Glaze and Summer Vegetables

Prep Time: 15-20 mins | Cook Time: 18 mins | Serving Size: 4

Who knew salmon, honey, and orange would be the trio we needed? This grilled salmon gets a sweet citrus glaze and crisp charred edges, and is best enjoyed with a side of summer veggies. Pair it with a glass of Carneros Chardonnay and let the flavors shine!

For the Salmon You'll Need:
● 4 salmon fi llets (about 6 oz each)
● Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
● 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Orange Blossom Honey Glaze You'll Need:
● 3 tablespoons orange blossom honey (or regular honey with a splash of orange juice)
● Zest and juice of 1 orange
● 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
● 1 teaspoon soy sauce
● 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Summer Vegetables You'll Need:
● 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
● 1 yellow squash, sliced into rounds
● 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
● 1 red onion, cut into wedges
● 2 tablespoons olive oil
● 1 teaspoon dried oregano
● Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
● Fresh thyme or parsley leaves
● Orange wedges (optional)

Directions:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the orange blossom honey, orange zest and juice, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and olive oil until smooth. Set aside.
   
2. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
3. Toss the zucchini, yellow squash, bell pepper, and red onion with olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
   
4. Grill the vegetables for 3-4 minutes per side, or until tender and slightly charred. Remove from the grill and set aside.
5. Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
   
6. Place the salmon skin-side down on the grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, then fl ip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until cooked through.
   
7. In the last 1-2 minutes of cooking, brush the tops of the salmon with the orange blossom honey glaze to caramelize slightly.
   
8. Plate each salmon fi llet with a side of grilled summer vegetables. Drizzle any remaining glaze over the salmon and garnish with fresh thyme or parsley. Serve with optional orange wedges for an extra burst of citrus.

Etude Grace Benoist Ranch Chardonnay

Etude’s estate Chardonnay from Grace Benoist Ranch is a vibrant, elegant expression of Carneros. Made without malolactic fermentation and with a light oak touch, it highlights fresh citrus, apple, melon, and floral notes. Creamy yet crisp, with stony minerality and a clean, lingering finish, it reflects the purity and character of its cool-climate vineyard.