Description
This Salmon and Couscous Bowl is a healthy, delicious, and easy-to-make meal that combines perfectly cooked salmon with fluffy couscous and fresh, vibrant veggies. Topped with a simple lemon-dijon dressing, this bowl is full of flavor, protein, and nutrients – perfect for a light lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 4 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
For the Couscous:
- 1 cup couscous (whole wheat or regular)
- 1 1/4 cups water or vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, to taste
For the Vegetables:
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Lemon-Dijon Dressing:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon:
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Bake the salmon for 12-15 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). - Cook the Couscous:
While the salmon is baking, bring the water or vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Add a pinch of salt and the couscous, stir, and remove from heat. Cover and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff the couscous with a fork. Drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil and season with salt to taste. - Prepare the Vegetables:
While the salmon and couscous cook, chop the cucumber, slice the tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion. Toss the vegetables together in a large bowl with fresh parsley. - Make the Lemon-Dijon Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until well combined. - Assemble the Bowl:
To assemble, divide the couscous between four bowls. Top with a salmon fillet, and then add the vegetable mixture to each bowl. Drizzle with the lemon-dijon dressing. - Serve:
Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a handful of crumbled feta cheese or avocado slices on top.
- This bowl is versatile – you can add any veggies you like, such as roasted carrots, spinach, or bell peppers.
- This recipe is great for meal prep! Just store the salmon, couscous, and veggies separately and assemble when ready to eat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (salmon, couscous, and veggies)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg