POACHED SALMON WITH CUCUMBER-DILL SAUCE

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From "The South Beach Diet" copyright 2003. (Save 2 fillets to use in Poached Salmon Spinach Salad for tomorrow's lunch.)

Provided by WendyMaq

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups chablis (or dry white wine)
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule
6 peppercorns
4 sprigs fresh dill
2 bay leaves
1 celery rib, chopped
1 small lemon, sliced
6 (4 ounce) salmon fillets, 1/2-inch thick
1/3 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded, finely chopped
1/3 cup nonfat sour cream
1/3 cup plain fat-free yogurt
2 teaspoons fresh dill, chopped
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
fresh dill sprig (optional)

Steps:

  • For the salmon: Combine the wine, water, bouillon, peppercorns, dillweed, bay leaves, celery, and lemon in a skillet. Bring to a boil; cover.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add the salmon to the mixture in the skillet and cook for 10 minutes or until the fish flakes easily.
  • To prepare Cucumber-Dill Sauce: In a medium bowl, mix together the cucumber, sour cream, yogurt, dill, and mustard.
  • To serve: place the fillets on individual serving plates. Spoon the sauce evenly over the fillets. Garnish with fresh dill sprigs, if using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.3, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 59.9, Sodium 147.8, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 1, Sugar 3.1, Protein 24.2

robert barthol
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Bigg Reese
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I'm not a big fish eater, but I loved this poached salmon. The sauce really makes it.


Christine Nampijja
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.


Ivan Martell
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The salmon is so flavorful and the sauce is divine.


bovoni ricketts
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I accidentally overcooked the salmon, but the sauce saved the day. It was still delicious!


Aladdin Jinu
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Not a fan of dill, so I used parsley instead. Turned out great!


Janine Perk
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


Ekejiuba Nicholas
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I was skeptical about the cucumber-dill sauce, but it was actually really good. It paired perfectly with the salmon.


Busisiwe Buthelezi
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This is now my go-to recipe for poached salmon. It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.


Henry Matthews
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The salmon was flaky and moist, and the sauce was a perfect balance of tangy and creamy. Definitely a new favorite recipe!


Bappa Khan
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This recipe was a breeze to make and the results were fantastic! The salmon was cooked to perfection and the sauce was light and refreshing. Highly recommend!


Mira Thakuri
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Meh.


sabitra paudel
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I had high hopes for this recipe, but I was disappointed. The salmon was overcooked and the sauce was bland. I won't be making this again.


Yvonne Casey O Connell
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The salmon was a bit dry, but the sauce was good.


Sa'ad Mohammed
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This was a great weeknight meal. The salmon was easy to poach and the sauce came together quickly. Served it over rice and it was a hit with the whole family.


Rajesh Thapa
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I've never been a fan of poached salmon, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was amazing! I'll definitely be making this again.


Nayim Ahmed
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The salmon was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. My family loved it!


Pirzada Hamid Ali shah
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Best poached salmon I've ever had. The sauce was so flavorful with the fresh dill and cucumber. Will definitely make this again!


Amelia Collins
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This poached salmon turned out so tender and flaky, and the cucumber-dill sauce was a perfect complement. A definite keeper!