One-Pan Poached Salmon with Herbs for a Quick Weeknight Dinner
This dish beautifully balances flavor and simplicity, perfect for busy weeknights.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Equipment
- Large Skillet
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 fillets Salmon Fillets Each fillet should weigh about six ounces.
- 1 cup Fresh Herbs (Dill, Parsley, Basil) A handful of each, roughly chopped.
- 1 medium Lemon Thinly sliced.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 2 cups Vegetable Broth Low-sodium recommended.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin.
- to taste Salt and Pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Instructions
- Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Chop the fresh herbs finely.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Pour in vegetable broth, add chopped herbs and lemon slices, and stir gently.
- Bring the broth to a gentle simmer.
- Carefully place the salmon fillets into the simmering broth, skin-side down.
- Cover and poach for 8 to 10 minutes until salmon flakes easily.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for 2 minutes.
- Transfer salmon to a serving platter and drizzle with poaching liquid.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.