Seafood Supper Club: Grilled Mediterranean Cedar Plank Salmon Gyros

Hi, Seafoodies!

Now that grilling season is in full swing, let’s get some seafood on! If you’ve never tried our Seafood Supper Club recipe for Grilled Mediterranean Cedar Plank Salmon Gyros, then make it tonight! This gyro showcases all we love about the Mediterranean diet—fresh veggies, heart-healthy olive oil and salmon, of course! Grilling salmon on a cedar plank gives it a wonderful, smoky flavor and putting it in a soft pita makes it ideal for al fresco dining. Trust us, this recipe’s a keeper!

Cooking on a cedar plank is a breeze and planks are widely available. First, soak the plank for about an hour and place the salmon and seasonings right on top. (Soaking the cedar plank helps it not catch on fire while over heat.) Then, char it over direct heat until the plank starts to smolder, move it to indirect heat and cover the grill, letting the cedar smoke infuse the salmon. The plank provides a heat barrier, so the fish steams gently. Once the salmon flakes easily—in about 15 minutes—it’s ready to plate. Store-bought tzatziki and whole-wheat pitas streamline the prep, so assembly is easy-peasy. Bonus: cleanup is a breeze! You can use this same method to cook virtually any fish.

Cedar plank grilled salmon works especially well with this Greek-inspired combination of veggies, briny olives and tangy yogurt. And nutritionally speaking, salmon is a superfood! It offers 20-plus grams of protein per 4-ounce serving plus plenty of omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation, lower triglycerides and boost heart and brain health. To reap these nutritional benefits, the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend we eat seafood like salmon regularly—at least 2-3 times per week.

There you have it, Seafoodies—the ultimate summer handheld! Simple, satisfying and so incredibly delicious that it’s guaranteed to be a hit at your next outdoor event! Try it: We think you’re going to be hooked!

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