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Citrus Poached Salmon With Asparagus

This quick and healthy fish-and-veggies dinner is highlighted by an easy fresh citrus sauce.

Active Time
25 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Yield
Serves 4

How to Make It

1. Step
Thaw fish, if frozen. Rinse fish; pat dry with paper towels. Finely shred 1 teaspoon peel from lemon; set aside. Squeeze juice from the lemon and orange; combine juices. Measure 1/4 cup juice for dressing and set aside.
2. Step
Pour the remaining juice into a large skillet; add water. Bring to boiling. Add salmon; reduce heat to medium. Simmer, covered, for 4 minutes. Lay asparagus atop salmon (see Tips). Simmer 4 to 8 minutes more or until fish begins to flake when tested with a fork and asparagus is crisp tender.
3. Step
Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine reserved 1/4 cup juices, snipped parsley, butter, reserved lemon peel, salt and pepper.
4. Step
To serve, drizzle dressing mixture over salmon and asparagus. Garnish with additional fresh parsley leaves, if desired.

Ingredients

  • 4 4-ounce fresh or frozen skinless salmon fillets
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 orange
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 pound asparagus spears, woody bases removed
  • 2 tablespoons snipped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 sprig Fresh parsley leaves

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