Moroccan Cod & Bulgur Salad
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Moroccan-inspired cod and bulgur salad. This dish is packed with lean protein from cod and gut-friendly fiber from whole-grain bulgur, supporting both muscle health and digestion. Enriched with anti-inflammatory spices like turmeric and healthy fats from olive oil, it's a perfectly balanced and wholesome meal.
Avg. Recipe Cost (US)
$11.50
Avg. Recipe Cost (UK)
£7.50
Nutritional Information (approx)
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Protein: 35 g
- Fats: 20 g
- Carbs: 50 g
- Fibre: 8 g
Tags
High Protein Mediterranean Moroccan Healthy Lunch Dinner
Ingredients
- cod fillets - 10 oz. (300g)
- lemon juice - 1 tbsp.
- garlic cloves - 2 (crushed)
- turmeric - ½ tsp.
- paprika - ½ tsp.
- cumin - ½ tsp.
- saffron - pinch
- olive oil - 2 tbsp.
- bulgur groats - scant ½ cup (100g)
- tomato - 1 (chopped)
- onion - ¼ (chopped)
- green olives - 15 (halved)
Preparation Instructions
- 1. Drizzle the cod fillets with lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper. Rub with the garlic, and the rest of the spices and coat with 1 tablespoon of oil. Leave for half an hour to marinate.
- 2. Cook the bulgur in salted water (about 15 minutes) and once cooked, set aside. Place the chopped tomato in a salad bowl, add in the chopped onion, olives and parsley. Season with salt and pepper, mix and set aside.
- 3. Heat the pan, and fry the cod for about 3-4 minutes each side, until cooked throughout, then remove from the pan.
- 4. Heat the cooked bulgur on the same pan, with the remaining juices, then divide between plates. Serve with the cod and top with the prepared tomato salad. Serve with lemon wedges.