Poached Salmon on Watercress with Citrus Vinaigrette Recipe

Name: Poached Salmon on Watercress with Citrus Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup dry white wine; 1 1/2 cups water; 2 lemon slices; 1 small onion, peeled and quartered; 5 sprigs parsley; 1 bay leaf; 6 peppercorns; 1 (3 pound) salmon fillet, skin on, scaled and pin bones removed; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 6 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 2 tablespoons orange juice; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 6 cups watercress; Fresh dill

Servings: persons

1 cup dry white wine
1 1/2 cups water
2 lemon slices
1 small onion, peeled and quartered
5 sprigs parsley
1 bay leaf
6 peppercorns
1 (3 pound) salmon fillet, skin on, scaled and pin bones removed
Salt and freshly ground pepper
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped dill
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 cups watercress
Fresh dill

1
To make the salmon: Combine all ingredients except the salmon in a medium skillet or saucepan.
2
Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
3
Season the salmon with salt and pepper on both sides, add to simmering liquid, and cover.
4
Cook for 5 to 8 minutes or until just done.
5
To make the vinaigrette: Whisk together the olive oil and citrus juices, add the dill, and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
6
Toss the watercress with 3 tablespoons of the vinaigrette and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
7
Arrange the watercress on a large platter and place the salmon in the center.
8
Drizzle with additional vinaigrette and garnish with dill.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup dry white wine, 1 1/2 cups water, 2 lemon slices, 1 small onion, peeled and quartered, and more.

Yes, Poached Salmon on Watercress with Citrus Vinaigrette falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Poached Salmon on Watercress with Citrus Vinaigrette

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