Steeped Salmon With Chive And Dill Sauce Recipe

Delight in this refreshing and elegant Steeped Salmon recipe! Perfectly pink salmon fillets are gently steeped in a flavorful broth, preserving their delicate texture and vibrant color. No oven required! This impressive dish features a vibrant, no-cook chive and dill sauce and is beautifully presented with crisp cucumber slices. Serve hot, cold, or at room temperature – the perfect dish for any occasion. Quick, easy, and unbelievably delicious!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Calories 280.8 kcal

Protein 62g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Steeped Salmon With Chive And Dill Sauce

Salmon Fillets
4 cups water
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup thinly sliced yellow onion
Dried Thyme
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
Fresh Chives
Fresh Dill Weed
Tabasco Sauce
Lemon, Juice Of
Pickling Cucumbers

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How to Make Steeped Salmon With Chive And Dill Sauce

**Prepare the Steeping Liquid:** In a large, shallow pan with a tight-fitting lid, combine 4 cups of water, 1/2 cup thinly sliced yellow onion, 2 sprigs fresh thyme, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
**Bring to a Boil:** Cover the pan and bring the liquid to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
**Steep the Salmon:** Remove the pan from the heat. Gently place 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets in the pan. Cover tightly and let steep for 3-10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets. Thinner fillets will require less time.
**Prepare the Sauce:** While the salmon steeps, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives, 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 2-3 drops of Tabasco sauce (or to taste).
**Assemble the Dish:** Arrange thin cucumber slices (about 1 medium cucumber) around the edge of a serving platter, slightly overlapping. Gently remove the salmon fillets from the steeping liquid using a slotted spatula and place them in the center of the platter.
**Serve:** Spoon the chive and dill sauce generously over the salmon fillets. Drizzle with a few drops of fresh lemon juice before serving. Enjoy hot, cold, or at room temperature!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

22g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Steeped Salmon With Chive And Dill Sauce?

Steeped Salmon With Chive And Dill Sauce takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Steeped Salmon With Chive And Dill Sauce?

Steeped Salmon With Chive And Dill Sauce has approximately 280.8 calories per serving, with about 62 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 18 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Steeped Salmon With Chive And Dill Sauce?

The key ingredients for Steeped Salmon With Chive And Dill Sauce are Salmon Fillets, Water, Lemon, Onion, Dried Thyme, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.