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Lemon-Dill Poached Salmon Recipe

Nutrivore Score: 747
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 125kcal

Ingredients

  • 1/2 lemon juice and grated rind
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh dill chopped (or about 1 Tbsp dried dill)
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2-3 salmon fillets 6-7 oz each

Instructions

  • Place lemon juice, grated lemon rind, dill and water into the bottom of a large saucepan or skillet.
  • Add salmon fillets to the pan. Bring to a boil over high heat and then cover and reduce temperature to maintain a simmer.
  • Simmer covered for 12-15 minutes, until salmon is fully cooked and opaque throughout.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Lemon-Dill Poached Salmon Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
125
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
5
g
8
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Cholesterol
 
47
mg
16
%
Sodium
 
39
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
437
mg
12
%
Carbohydrates
 
1
g
0
%
Fiber
 
0.4
g
2
%
Sugar
 
0.3
g
0
%
Protein
 
17
g
34
%
Vitamin A
 
52
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
 
7
mg
8
%
Calcium
 
15
mg
2
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.