Herbed Couscous Salmon

Serves

4

Prep Time

20 minutes

Cook Time

20 minutes

Ingredients

For the salmon:
  4 salmon filets (6 oz/170 g each)
  1/2 tsp garlic powder
  4 tbsp herb sauce or salsa verde (store-bought or homemade)
For the couscous:
  10.5 oz (300 g) couscous
  1 can (15 oz/425 g) chickpeas, drained
  4 tbsp basil, finely chopped
  4 tbsp dill, finely chopped
  4 tbsp parsley, finely chopped
  4 tbsp cilantro, finely chopped
  2 shallots, diced
  1 tsp lemon zest
  1 tsp garlic powder

Nutrition

(Per Serving)

Calories

802

Fats

34 g

Protein

49 g

Carbs

75 g

Instructions

  • Season salmon with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Cook salmon until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  • In same pan, add another tablespoon extra virgin olive oil. Cook shallots for 1 to 2 minutes, then set aside.
  • Make couscous according to package instructions. Once done, mix in cooked shallots, lemon zest, spices, herbs, and chickpeas. Season with salt and pepper and stir to combine.
  • Serve salmon alongside couscous and topped with herb sauce or salsa.