Paleo Poached Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this easy and nutritious Paleo Poached Salmon, a dish that combines clean eating with gourmet flavors. Perfectly tender salmon fillets are gently poached in a fragrant broth infused with fresh dill, lemon slices, bay leaves, and black peppercorns for a subtle yet elegant flavor profile. This paleo-friendly recipe is a quick, 25-minute meal prep to plate, making it ideal for busy schedules while staying health-conscious. Drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and served warm, this dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also a protein-packed, Omega-3-rich option that pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or a crisp side salad. Whether you're looking for a light lunch, a wholesome dinner, or a meal that impresses with minimal effort, this Paleo Poached Salmon is sure to please.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 4 cups water
- 1 whole lemon
- 4 sprigs dill sprigs
- 2 leaves bay leaves
- 10 whole black peppercorns
- 1 tablespoon sea salt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the poaching liquid: In a large deep skillet or saucepan, add the water, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and sea salt.
Step 2
Slice the lemon into round slices and add them along with the dill sprigs into the skillet.
Step 3
Bring the poaching liquid to a gentle simmer over medium heat, ensuring it does not reach a boil.
Step 4
Once the liquid is simmering, carefully place the salmon fillets into the liquid. Ensure the salmon is somewhat submerged.
Step 5
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the salmon poach for about 10-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of your fillets. The salmon should appear opaque and flake easily with a fork.
Step 6
Once cooked, carefully remove the salmon fillets from the poaching liquid using a slotted spoon.
Step 7
Drizzle the cooked salmon with extra virgin olive oil before serving.
Step 8
Serve the salmon fillets warm, garnished with additional dill or lemon slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1572.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1192.4 |
| Total Fat 84.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 200mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7409.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 9.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.4g | |
| Protein 105.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 106.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 177.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories