POACHED SALMON WITH DILL & TURMERIC

Poached Salmon with Dill & Turmeric image

This is among my husband's favorites because it's always moist, tender, juicy and delicious. It's a quick, simple way to prepare salmon, and the robust turmeric doesn't overpower the taste of the fish. -Evelyn Banker, Elmhurst, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

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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 reduced-fat plain yogurt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

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., 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. , In a small bowl, mix yogurt, pepper and the remaining 1 tablespoon chopped dill and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Serve with salmon and potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 704mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges