Salmon & Couscous Salad
Enjoy a vibrant and protein-packed Salmon & Couscous Salad, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal. This recipe combines omega-3 rich salmon for brain and heart health with fiber-filled vegetables to support a healthy gut, all tossed in a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing.
Avg. Recipe Cost (US)
$11.00
Avg. Recipe Cost (UK)
£6.40
Nutritional Information (approx)
- Calories: 625 kcal
- Protein: 30 g
- Fats: 25 g
- Carbs: 70 g
- Fibre: 8 g
Tags
High Protein Mediterranean Lunch Dinner
Ingredients
- salmon - salmon pieces - 2x 4 oz. (115g)
- salmon - olive oil - 2 tsp.
- salmon - lemon juice - 2 tsp.
- salmon - sea salt & pepper - to taste
- salad - iceberg lettuce - 2 cups (150g) (chopped)
- salad - couscous - 1 cup (157g) (cooked)
- salad - red onion - ½ (chopped)
- salad - cherry tomatoes - 10 (chopped)
- salad - feta cheese - 2 tbsp.
- dressing - olive oil - 1 tbsp.
- dressing - fresh lemon juice - 1 tbsp.
Preparation Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Rub the salmon with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- 2. Place salmon skin-side down on a baking tray, and pour the lemon juice over the top. Roast for 10-12 minutes, until cooked through.
- 3. In the meantime, make the dressing by whisking together all the ingredients.
- 4. Prepare the salad by dividing the iceberg lettuce in between bowls, top with cooked couscous, red onion, tomatoes, and feta cheese.
- 5. Once salmon is cooked, remove from oven and place on top of the salad. Drizzle with the dressing and serve.