Creamy Dill Salmon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
187 kcal
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Course
Lunch
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Cuisine
British, Scandinavian
Creamy Dill Salmon
Description
The recipe begins by preparing a dressing combining fat-free Greek yogurt, freshly chopped dill, wholegrain mustard, lemon juice, and a pinch of ground black pepper. Salmon fillets are initially grilled for 10 minutes, then coated evenly with the yogurt mixture and returned to the grill for an additional 5 minutes to allow the sauce to warm and meld with the fish. This two-step grilling produces salmon that is cooked through while keeping moisture inside and adding the fresh creamy topping.
The flavor profile is mild yet tangy, with the mustard's slight pungency balanced by the cooling yogurt and herbal dill. Lemon juice brightens the sauce, making the dish feel fresh and suitable for a light meal. Cooking on the grill adds a subtle smoky note to the tender fish.
Variations include substituting crème fraîche for Greek yogurt, adding garlic cloves for a savory kick, or incorporating finely chopped shallots to the sauce for texture. The cooked salmon can be stored in the refrigerator and consumed within three days. It pairs well with simple sides such as steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
Ingredients
- 480 g salmon fillet
- 4 tablespoon dill chopped, fresh
- 2 tablespoon wholegrain mustard
- 4 tablespoon Greek yogurt 0% fat free
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 pinch black pepper ground
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together 4 tablespoon 0% Fat Free Greek yogurt, 4 tablespoon Fresh dill, 2 tablespoon Wholegrain mustard, 1 pinch Ground black pepper and1 tablespoon Lemon juice.
- Place 480 g Salmon fillet under the grill and cook for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes under the grill, remove the salmon and spread the yogurt mixture over the fillets.
- Return the coated salmon to the grill and cook for a further 5 minutes.
Notes
- Greek yogurt can be replaced with crème fraîche for a richer sauce.
- Adding crushed garlic cloves to the sauce provides a savory depth.
- Finely chopped shallots add crunchy texture to the creamy dressing.
- Cooked salmon keeps refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- This method allows for variation in the creamy sauce based on personal taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 187 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 187kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 66mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 144mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 598mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 80IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.8mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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