Achieve buttery, flaky salmon with this easy poached method! Perfectly cooked and seasoned salmon ready for a healthy meal. This poached salmon recipe comes together in two simple steps and under 15 minutes!
Prep 5 minutesminutes
Cook 10 minutesminutes
Total 15 minutesminutes
Recipe Makes (Approximate): 4servings
Equipment
Large skillet with high sides and lid
Ingredients
1cupdry white wine(see Notes)
1cupwater
1mediumonion(peeled and quartered)
1lemon(sliced)
4-5sprigsfresh dill
4salmon fillets
1teaspoonsalt(plus more to taste)
Instructions
Add white wine, water, onion, lemon, and dill to large skillet. Stir and bring to boil, then lower heat and reduce to simmer.
Liberally season salmon fillets with salt. Add salmon to skillet and cover. Cook 10 minutes, then carefully remove salmon from skillet and serve with additional fresh dill and lemon wedges.
Recipe Notes
Make it Whole30: Replace the white wine with water, and add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness!