Poached Salmon W Dill Sauce Cold

Elevate your next meal with this elegant and refreshing Poached Salmon with Dill Sauce, served cold for the perfect light and flavorful dish. Succulent salmon fillets are gently poached in an aromatic blend of white wine, lemon, fresh dill stems, and spices, resulting in a tender, flaky texture that's impossible to resist. This dish is paired with a creamy, tangy dill sauce made from sour cream, Dijon mustard, and fresh dill, creating a luscious complement to the delicate fish. Perfect for summer gatherings, brunch spreads, or an impressive make-ahead dinner, this recipe combines minimal cooking with maximum flavor. Serve it cold with a garnish of fresh herbs for a dish that’s as stunning as it is delicious. Keywords: cold poached salmon, dill sauce, light summer recipe, elegant seafood dish, make-ahead.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) Salmon fillet, skinless
• 4 cups Water
• 1 cup White wine
• 1 Lemon, sliced
• 5 sprigs Fresh dill, stems
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black peppercorns
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 tablespoon Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for sauce)
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (for sauce)

Directions

Step 1

In a large saucepan, combine water, white wine, lemon slices, dill stems, salt, and black peppercorns.

Step 2

Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Step 3

Carefully place the salmon fillets into the saucepan, ensuring they are fully submerged in the poaching liquid.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and poach the salmon for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and cooked through.

Step 5

Using a slotted spatula, gently remove the salmon from the poaching liquid and transfer to a plate. Let it cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 6

To prepare the dill sauce, in a small mixing bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 7

Chill the sauce in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

When ready to serve, arrange the chilled salmon fillets on a serving platter. Drizzle or serve with the dill sauce on the side.

Step 9

Garnish with additional fresh dill if desired, and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2203.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1946.5

Total Fat 106.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 506.0mg	0%
Sodium 4158.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 38.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 165.8g	0%

Vitamin D 2280.0IU	0%
Calcium 525.5mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 3566.0mg	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: 54.0%

Protein: 37.3%

Carbs: 8.6%