Poached Salmon With Dill & Turmeric Recipe

Name: Poached Salmon With Dill & Turmeric
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds; 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes (about 2 medium), finely chopped; 1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided; 1/8 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric, divided; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided; 4 salmon fillets (1 inch thick and 4 ounces each); 8 fresh dill sprigs; 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 cup (8 ounces) reduced-fat plain yogurt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes (about 2 medium), finely chopped
1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
1/8 teaspoon plus 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric, divided
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided
4 salmon fillets (1 inch thick and 4 ounces each)
8 fresh dill sprigs
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup (8 ounces) reduced-fat plain yogurt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

1
In a large skillet, heat oil and cumin over medium heat 1-2 minutes or until seeds are toasted, stirring occasionally. Stir in potatoes, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon turmeric. Cook, covered, on medium-low 10-12 minutes or until tender. Stir in 1 tablespoon chopped dill; cook, uncovered, 1 minute. Remove from heat.
2
Meanwhile, place salmon, skin side down, in a large skillet with high sides. Add dill sprigs, lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, remaining turmeric and enough water to cover salmon. Bring just to a boil. Adjust heat to maintain a gentle simmer. Cook, uncovered, 7-9 minutes or until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork.
3
In a small bowl, mix yogurt, pepper and the remaining 1 tablespoon chopped dill and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Serve with salmon and potatoes.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon canola oil, 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds, 1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes (about 2 medium), finely chopped, 1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided, and more.

Yes, Poached Salmon With Dill & Turmeric 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 With Dill & Turmeric

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