Poached Salamon with Green Bean Salad

Delight in the elegance of Poached Salmon with Green Bean Salad, a light yet satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. This healthy dish features tender, perfectly poached salmon infused with the delicate flavors of fresh dill, lemon, and black peppercorns. Paired with a vibrant green bean salad tossed in a tangy homemade Dijon mustard vinaigrette with bursts of sweetness from honey and ripe cherry tomatoes, this recipe is both refreshing and nutrient-packed. The salmon's melt-in-your-mouth texture complements the crisp-tender green beans, creating a harmonious balance of flavors and textures. Ready in just 35 minutes, this nutritious recipe is an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or an elegant, health-conscious entrée to impress guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (about 6 oz each) Salmon fillets
• 6 cups Water
• 1 sliced Lemon
• 3 sprigs Fresh dill
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 12 ounces Green beans
• 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 thinly sliced Red onion
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon (for dressing) Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon (for dressing) Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Fill a medium-sized pot with water and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Add lemon slices, fresh dill sprigs, black peppercorns, and 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 2

Add the salmon fillets to the pot, making sure they are fully submerged in the poaching liquid. Reduce the heat to low and let the salmon gently poach for about 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 3

While the salmon is poaching, bring another pot of salted water to a boil. Add the green beans and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Drain and quickly transfer the green beans to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the green beans, cherry tomatoes, and red onion slices.

Step 5

To make the dressing, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the green bean mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.

Step 7

To assemble, place a portion of the green bean salad on each plate and top with a poached salmon fillet. Garnish with additional fresh dill, if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2720.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1796.3

Total Fat 120.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 272.2mg	0%
Sodium 4687.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.8g	0%
Total Sugars 21.5g
Protein 149.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 260.6mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 1196.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.9%

Protein: 32.6%

Carbs: 8.5%