POACHED SALMON WITH SNOW PEAS

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Poaching salmon with lemon zest lends the fish a brightness that is only further highlighted by the crisp snow peas.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Salmon Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups water
3 strips lemon zest
4 skinless salmon fillets (4 to 6 ounces each)
1/2 pound trimmed snap peas
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1 bunch trimmed watercress
Olive oil

Steps:

  • Bring water and lemon zest to a simmer in a large skillet. Season salmon fillets and add to pan with snap peas. Cover and cook 5 minutes, until salmon is opaque throughout; transfer to a platter. Drain and toss peas with butter, mint, and watercress. Drizzle with olive oil and season.

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