Description

This Baked Salmon with Couscous & Greens is a nourishing, flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners. Rich in protein and fiber, it’s both healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients

Scale

2 salmon fillets (skin-on)

1 cup whole wheat couscous

2 cups baby spinach or kale

1 tbsp olive oil

1 garlic clove, minced

1 tsp lemon zest

1 tsp dried oregano

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

1.5 cups vegetable broth

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Pat salmon dry and rub with oil and seasoning mix.

3. Bake salmon for 12–15 minutes.

4. While baking, cook couscous in hot vegetable broth.

5. Sauté greens in olive oil with garlic until wilted.

6. Plate couscous, top with greens and baked salmon.

7. Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

You can swap couscous for quinoa or bulgur.

For a spicier twist, add a pinch of chili flakes to the rub.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 plate
Calories: 480
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: Baked Salmon with Couscous, healthy salmon recipe, salmon dinner