Simple Poached Salmon

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
68%
Simple Poached Salmon
45 min.
4
285kcal

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Are you looking for a light yet satisfying meal that's packed with flavor and health benefits? Look no further than this Simple Poached Salmon recipe! Not only is it gluten and dairy-free, but it’s also incredibly healthy, scoring a remarkable 68 on the health scale. This dish is perfect for lunch, a main course, or a delightful dinner.

Imagine tender, flaky salmon fillets infused with the aromatic essence of dill, zesty lemon, and sweet onion. The delicate poaching method allows the salmon to retain moisture and nutrients while imparting a subtle taste from the dry white wine and herbs. The result is a beautifully presented dish that's not only a visual delight but also a treat for the palate.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delicious meal that serves up to four people, making it ideal for a family gathering or a cozy dinner with friends. With just 285 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Serve it hot or cold—this salmon dish is versatile enough to adapt to your dining preferences.

So dust off your slow cooker, gather your ingredients, and treat yourself to a restaurant-quality meal at home that’s simple, healthy, and simply delicious!

Ingredients

  • sprig optional: dill 
  • 0.5 cup cooking wine dry white
  •  optional: lemon 
  • 24 ounce salmon fillet 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • cup water 
  •  onion yellow

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Combine the water and wine in the slow cooker and heat on high for 20 to 30 minutes.
  2. Add the onion, lemon, dill, salt, and salmon.
  3. Cover and cook on high for about 20 minutes, until the salmon is opaque and cooked through according to taste.
  4. Serve hot or cold.
  5. Reprinted with permission from The Gourmet Slow Cooker: Simple and Sophisticated Meals from Around the World by Lynn Alley. © 200
  6. Ten Speed Press.

Nutrition Facts

Calories285kcal
Protein53.08%
Fat37.86%
Carbs9.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.63
Glycemic Load
1.13
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
25.257826101521%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.17mg
Eriodictyol
5.77mg
Hesperetin
7.65mg
Naringenin
0.26mg
Luteolin
0.52mg
Isorhamnetin
1.39mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
5.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:284.98kcal
14.25%
Fat:10.89g
16.76%
Saturated Fat:1.69g
10.57%
Carbohydrates:5.87g
1.96%
Net Carbohydrates:4.64g
1.69%
Sugar:2.13g
2.37%
Cholesterol:93.55mg
31.18%
Sodium:371.64mg
16.16%
Alcohol:3.09g
100%
Alcohol %:1.25%
100%
Protein:34.37g
68.74%
Vitamin B12:5.41µg
90.15%
Selenium:62.36µg
89.09%
Vitamin B6:1.46mg
73.05%
Vitamin B3:13.46mg
67.31%
Vitamin B2:0.66mg
39.05%
Phosphorus:357.91mg
35.79%
Vitamin B5:2.93mg
29.29%
Vitamin B1:0.41mg
27.29%
Potassium:932.43mg
26.64%
Copper:0.46mg
22.84%
Vitamin C:16.37mg
19.84%
Magnesium:57.85mg
14.46%
Folate:51.06µg
12.76%
Iron:1.67mg
9.25%
Zinc:1.19mg
7.96%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.35%
Fiber:1.22g
4.9%
Calcium:38.46mg
3.85%
Vitamin A:76.46IU
1.53%
Source:Epicurious