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Healthy High Protein Poached Salmon Recipe with Creamy Coconut Lime Sauce

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A quick and easy poached salmon recipe served with a silky, tangy coconut lime sauce that is high in protein and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 salmon fillets (6 ounces / 170 grams each), skin-on or skinless
  • 1 cup (240 ml) full-fat coconut milk
  • Juice and zest of 1 large lime
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated ginger (optional)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
  • A handful fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients (5 minutes): Mince the garlic, grate the ginger, zest and juice the lime, and roughly chop the cilantro. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Sauté Aromatics (3 minutes): Heat 1 tablespoon of olive or coconut oil over medium heat in your pan. Add garlic and ginger, stirring frequently until fragrant and just golden (about 2–3 minutes). Be careful not to burn the garlic as it will turn bitter.
  3. Add Liquids (2 minutes): Pour in the coconut milk and broth, stirring to combine with the garlic and ginger. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer—small bubbles around the edges, not a rolling boil.
  4. Poach the Salmon (8-10 minutes): Carefully place the salmon fillets into the simmering sauce, skin side down if applicable. Cover and cook gently for 8 to 10 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Avoid overcooking to keep it tender and moist.
  5. Finish the Sauce (2 minutes): Remove the salmon carefully and set aside on warm plates. Increase heat slightly to reduce the coconut lime sauce if it’s too thin, stirring occasionally. Once it thickens slightly, stir in the fresh lime juice and zest. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  6. Plate and Garnish (2 minutes): Spoon the creamy coconut lime sauce generously over the salmon. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro for a fresh finish. Serve immediately.

Notes

If the sauce is too thin after poaching, simmer uncovered for a few more minutes to thicken. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes during sautéing for a spicy kick. Use light coconut milk and reduce oil for a lower-fat version. Frozen salmon must be fully thawed and patted dry before cooking.

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