Paleo Poached Salmon
Elevate your healthy dining experience with this flavorful Paleo Poached Salmon recipe! Perfectly tender and infused with aromatic herbs and tangy lemon, these salmon fillets are gently cooked in a delicate poaching liquid featuring fresh dill, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and sea salt. This low-carb, gluten-free dish is ready in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties. Drizzled with a touch of extra virgin olive oil before serving, this protein-packed meal is as nourishing as it is delicious. Whether you're following a paleo lifestyle or simply looking for a light, nutrient-dense dinner, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds and meet your dietary goals. Serve with a side of fresh greens or roasted vegetables for the perfect wholesome meal.
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Begin by preparing the poaching liquid: In a large deep skillet or saucepan, add the water, bay leaves, black peppercorns, and sea salt.
Slice the lemon into round slices and add them along with the dill sprigs into the skillet.
Bring the poaching liquid to a gentle simmer over medium heat, ensuring it does not reach a boil.
Once the liquid is simmering, carefully place the salmon fillets into the liquid. Ensure the salmon is somewhat submerged.
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.
Once cooked, carefully remove the salmon fillets from the poaching liquid using a slotted spoon.
Drizzle the cooked salmon with extra virgin olive oil before serving.
Serve the salmon fillets warm, garnished with additional dill or lemon slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1192 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 84.4 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 7410 mg | 322% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 105.1 g | 210% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 178 mg | 4% | |
*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.
