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Simple Poached Salmon
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
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1
pound
salmon filet
cut into four equal pieces
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1
cup
rice based or dry white wine
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1
lemon – Both zest and flesh
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¼
teaspoon
fine salt
plus a pinch for the yogurt sauce
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½
cup
Greek yogurt
unsweetened
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2
tablespoons
of fresh herbs like dill
basil, parsley, or ¼ teaspoon dried dill or Italian seasoning
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Place salmon in a medium nonstick skillet
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Add wine, zest from lemon, and fine salt
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Thinly slice four lemon slices from the center of the lemon and set aside for garnish, as shown in picture
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Cover and simmer until salmon achieves a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees and flakes easily, about 10-15 minutes
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Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt with herb of choice, a squeeze of a lemon wedge, and a pinch of fine salt, then set aside
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Prepare simple green salad using guidelines above, or your favorite greens and dressing
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Once salmon is cooked through, plate salad, top with a salmon filet, a dollop of Greek yogurt, and garnish with a lemon slice