Are you craving a restaurant-quality meal that's both elegant and incredibly easy to prepare? Look no further than this mouthwatering Salmon and Couscous recipe that will transport your taste buds straight to the sunny Mediterranean coastline! In less time than it takes to order takeout, you'll create a perfectly crispy salmon fillet nestled on a bed of fluffy, lemony couscous that's guaranteed to impress even the most discerning food lovers.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 cup couscous
- 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon fillets by patting them dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers and becomes fragrant.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the hot skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin becomes crispy and golden brown.
- Carefully flip the salmon and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- While the salmon cooks, bring vegetable broth to a boil in a separate saucepan.
- Remove boiling broth from heat, stir in couscous, cover the pan, and let sit for 5 minutes to allow the couscous to absorb the liquid.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork and drizzle with fresh lemon juice, mixing gently.
- Plate the couscous and place the cooked salmon on top of the grain.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and an extra squeeze of lemon if desired.
- Serve immediately while the salmon is hot and crispy.
Tips
- Pat your salmon fillets completely dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy, golden-brown exterior.
- Use a hot skillet and don't move the salmon while cooking the first side to achieve that perfect restaurant-style sear.
- Always check salmon's internal temperature - 145°F is the sweet spot for perfectly cooked fish.
- Choose fresh, high-quality vegetable broth for the most flavorful couscous.
- Let the couscous rest covered after adding hot broth to ensure even, fluffy texture.
- Fresh parsley isn't just a garnish - it adds a bright, herbal note that elevates the entire dish.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the salmon at its crispiest and couscous at its fluffiest.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 75mg
