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Prep time
30 minutes
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Cook time
25 minutes
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Serves
4
Author Notes
Enjoy this sophisticated dish that combines the delicate flavors of poached salmon, vibrant pea puree, creamy yogurt mousse, and the crunch of crispy seeds. This recipe perfectly balances textures and flavors, making it a delightful and visually appealing dish. —Luana Paiva
Ingredients
- For the Poached Salmon
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4
salmon fillets, skinless
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4 cups
fish or vegetable broth
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1
lemon
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fresh dill
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salt and pepper to taste
- For puree and other sides
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2 cups
canned peas
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1/2 cup
fresh mint leaves
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2 tablespoons
olive oil
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1 cup
greek yogurt
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1 tablespoon
lemon juice
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fresh dill
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2 tablespoons
mixed seeds (pumpkin seeds and sesame seeds)
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salt and pepper to taste
Directions
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In a large skillet or shallow pan, bring the fish or vegetable broth to a gentle simmer. Add lemon slices and fresh dill.
Season the salmon fillets with salt and black pepper and place them in the simmering broth. Poach for about 8-10 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through. Remove the salmon carefully and set aside.
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In a blender or food processor, combine thawed peas, fresh mint leaves, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth. Adjust the seasoning if needed.
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In a bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, chopped fresh dill, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
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In a small pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the mixed seeds and toast them until they become crispy and golden. Season with salt.
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Spoon a generous portion of pea puree onto each plate.
Place a poached salmon fillet on top of the pea puree.
Add a dollop of yogurt mousse on the salmon.
Sprinkle the crispy seeds over the yogurt mousse.
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Garnish with additional fresh dill or mint leaves.
Serve your elegant poached salmon with pea puree, yogurt mousse, and crispy seeds immediately.
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