Delicious Dill-Poached Salmon with Zesty Lemon-Dill Sauce Recipe

This recipe for dill-poached salmon is a perfect way to enjoy the delicate flavors of fresh salmon infused with aromatic dill. The salmon is poached to tender perfection and served with a creamy lemon-dill sauce that adds a zesty kick. It's a light and refreshing dish that is perfect for a summer dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets
• 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
• 4 cups water
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 1/2 cup white wine
• Salt and pepper to taste
• For the Lemon-Dill Sauce:
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large skillet, combine water, white wine, chopped dill, lemon slices, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
2. Gently add salmon fillets to the skillet and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
3. While the salmon is cooking, mix mayonnaise, chopped dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a bowl to make the lemon-dill sauce.
4. Once the salmon is cooked, remove from the skillet and serve with the lemon-dill sauce on top.
5. Garnish with extra dill and lemon slices, if desired. Enjoy!

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