Poached salmon with pink grapefruit & basil sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
54%
Poached salmon with pink grapefruit & basil sauce
25 min.
6
136kcal

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Are you looking for a delightful and healthy dish that elevates your dining experience? Look no further than our Poached Salmon with Pink Grapefruit and Basil Sauce! This stunning meal is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it's also impressively light at just 136 calories per serving, making it perfect for a wholesome lunch or dinner.

The combination of succulent salmon and vibrant pink grapefruit creates a refreshing contrast that tantalizes the taste buds. Coupled with a luscious hollandaise sauce, infused with fresh basil and the citrusy tang of grapefruit juice, this dish sings with flavor while remaining elegant and sophisticated. Whether you're hosting a cozy dinner gathering or looking to treat yourself to something special, this recipe is bound to impress.

In just 25 minutes, you can prepare this exquisite meal that serves six, ensuring there's plenty to share with family or friends. Plus, with lean protein and a harmonious balance of healthy fats and carbohydrates, it embodies a nutritious yet indulgent choice for any occasion. So, grab your apron and let’s dive into this culinary adventure that’s as enjoyable to make as it is to savor!

Ingredients

  •  grapefruit 
  •  knorr hollandaise sauce well (see 'Goes with' below)
  • large leaves basil fresh shredded finely
  •  bay leaves 
  • sprigs thyme sprigs fresh
  • 0.5 small onion sliced
  • tbsp red-wine vinegar 
  • 480 salmon fillet 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Top and tail the grapefruit, then slice off the peel and pith.
  2. Cut through the membranes to release fine segments. Catch these in a bowl, along with any juice. Stir the segments into the hollandaise along with a few tbsp of juice and the basil. Set aside.
  3. Boil 1 litre water in a wide shallow pan with the herbs, onion, vinegar and seasoning for 5 mins. Put in the salmon, pour over extra water to cover and poach gently until just firm, about 7 mins.
  4. Remove and drain, then place on plates. Spoon over the sauce and serve with a green salad and potatoes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories136kcal
Protein48.99%
Fat35.09%
Carbs15.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.83
Glycemic Load
1.12
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.165652167538%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
0.15mg
Naringenin
13.93mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.48mg
Isorhamnetin
0.29mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.33mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:136.46kcal
6.82%
Fat:5.2g
7.99%
Saturated Fat:0.81g
5.06%
Carbohydrates:5.31g
1.77%
Net Carbohydrates:4.43g
1.61%
Sugar:3.19g
3.54%
Cholesterol:44.02mg
14.67%
Sodium:36.98mg
1.61%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.32g
32.64%
Vitamin B12:2.54µg
42.4%
Selenium:29.27µg
41.82%
Vitamin B6:0.69mg
34.37%
Vitamin B3:6.4mg
31.99%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.93%
Vitamin C:14.72mg
17.84%
Phosphorus:170.91mg
17.09%
Vitamin B5:1.45mg
14.54%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.49%
Potassium:466.21mg
13.32%
Vitamin A:583.77IU
11.68%
Copper:0.22mg
11.11%
Magnesium:29.19mg
7.3%
Folate:27.39µg
6.85%
Iron:0.84mg
4.68%
Zinc:0.57mg
3.8%
Fiber:0.87g
3.49%
Vitamin K:2.79µg
2.66%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.61%
Calcium:24.26mg
2.43%