Slow-Cooker Salmon: Tender, Flavorful Delight in Minutes

This Slow-Cooker Salmon recipe delivers tender, flavorful fish infused with lemon and dill, perfect for a quick dinner.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salmon

2 lb skin-on salmon fillet The skin helps retain moisture during cooking.
kosher salt Enhances flavor; adjust to taste.
freshly ground black pepper Adds warmth and brings out the overall flavor profile.

For the Aromatics

1 lemon cut into rounds Adds acidity and brightness.
1/2 lemon juice Brightens the dish; can be replaced with white wine.
2 Tbsp freshly chopped dill Provides a fresh herbal note.

For the Cooking Liquid

1 1/2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth Adds depth; chicken broth is a suitable replacement.

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Place the 2 lb. skin-on salmon fillet in your slow cooker. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Layer the lemon rounds atop the salmon fillet evenly.
Pour 1 1/2 cups of low-sodium vegetable broth around the salmon in the slow cooker.
Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat for approximately 2 hours.
Once cooked, squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the salmon and sprinkle with freshly chopped dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Check for doneness after 1.5 hours; the salmon should be flaky and opaque. Experiment with different herbs and citrus for variations.

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