Salmon Fillets Over Couscous
Elevate your dinner menu with "Salmon Fillets Over Couscous," a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired dish that is as wholesome as it is flavorful. Perfectly seared salmon fillets with a golden, crispy skin crown a bed of fluffy, lemon-infused couscous that’s enriched with butter and fresh parsley. The dish is then topped with a sautéed medley of garlic, red onion, and juicy cherry tomatoes, creating a symphony of textures and bright, fresh flavors. Prepared in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights while still being elegant enough for guests. Serve with an extra drizzle of olive oil or a splash of lemon juice for a citrusy finish that ties everything together beautifully.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (skin-on, boneless)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup couscous
- 1.25 cups chicken or vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.5 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
Instructions
Preheat a large non-stick skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
Rub salmon fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season both sides with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
Sear the salmon skin-side down in the hot skillet for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken or vegetable stock to a boil. Stir in the couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
Fluff the couscous with a fork and stir in butter, lemon zest, lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley. Season with 0.5 teaspoon of salt to taste.
In the same skillet used for the salmon, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic, red onion, and cherry tomatoes for 3-4 minutes until softened.
To serve, neatly plate the couscous as a bed on each plate. Place one salmon fillet on top of the couscous and spoon the sautéed mixture over the salmon.
Garnish with the remaining parsley and a drizzle of olive oil or more lemon juice if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.3 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 137 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 5151 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 36.7 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 15.0 mcg | 75% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1254 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
