Description
Indulge in the ease and elegance of Simple Slow Cooker Salmon, a perfect dish for busy weeknights or special occasions. This flavorful salmon is marinated in a zesty mix of lemon juice, garlic, and dill, then slow-cooked to tender perfection. With minimal prep time and maximum flavor, it’s sure to impress your family and guests alike. Serve it over rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a meal that feels gourmet yet effortless.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) fresh salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp dill (fresh, chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
- Rinse salmon fillets under cold water and pat dry.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, dill, and olive oil.
- Marinate salmon in a shallow dish or zip-lock bag for at least 30 minutes.
- Coat the slow cooker with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Place marinated salmon in the slow cooker and season with black pepper.
- Cook on low for 2-3 hours until flaky and tender.
- Carefully remove salmon using a spatula and serve over rice or with roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating vegetables like asparagus or bell peppers on top of the salmon during cooking. Substitute salmon with trout or tilapia for variety.