Poached Salmon With Cucumber Sauce

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 1

Poached Salmon with Cucumber Sauce – A delicious and healthy seafood recipe

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 salmon fillets
	1 cup fish stock
	250 g light sour cream
	1 lebanese cucumber ( coarsely grated )
	2 tablespoons dry white wine
	2 teaspoons tarragon ( chopped plus leaves to serve )
	800 g baby potatoes ( quartered )
	1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil ( to drizzle )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

360

Sugar

Fat

17g

This elegant dish is perfect for seafood lovers who want to enjoy a healthy and delicious meal. Poaching the salmon in the flavorful broth helps to keep it moist and tender, while the light cucumber sauce adds a refreshing and tangy flavor to the dish. It’s a great option for those looking for a simple and nutritious weeknight dinner or for entertaining guests at a dinner party. Plus, the colorful presentation makes it a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200°C.
2.	Arrange the quartered baby potatoes on a baking tray, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Bake in the oven for around 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy.
3.	Meanwhile, pour the fish stock, dry white wine and chopped tarragon into a large saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer on a medium heat.
4.	Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, carefully add them to the saucepan, cover with a lid and simmer for around 8-10 minutes, or until just cooked through.
5.	In a small bowl, mix together the light sour cream and grated cucumber and set aside.
6.	Once the salmon and potatoes are cooked, remove them from the heat and allow the salmon to cool for a few minutes. Place the cooked potatoes on a serving platter and gently place the salmon fillets on top. Finish the dish by spooning the cucumber sauce over each fillet and garnishing with extra tarragon leaves if desired.
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PROS

This dish is full of healthy ingredients like salmon, cucumber, and baby potatoes, all of which are nutritious and beneficial for your health.

It’s easy to prepare and perfect for a weeknight meal or dinner party.

CONS

Salmon can be an expensive ingredient, so this dish may not be suitable for those on a tight budget.

It’s also important to be careful not to overcook the salmon, which can make it dry and rubbery.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Salmon is packed with omega-3 fatty acids, which can promote heart health and reduce inflammation in the body. It’s also a great source of protein and essential vitamins and minerals like vitamin B12, vitamin D, and selenium. Cucumbers are low in calories and high in water and fiber, making them great for hydration and digestion. Baby potatoes are a good source of potassium, vitamin C, and fiber.