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Baked Salmon With Couscous Pilaf Recipe

This vibrant and healthy one-pan Baked Salmon with Couscous Pilaf is ready in under an hour! Enjoy tender, flaky salmon nestled on a bed of fluffy couscous, bursting with the flavors of sweet raisins, crunchy almonds, and fresh mint. A perfect weeknight dinner that's both impressive and effortless.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 357.5 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 2.6 (5 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baked Salmon With Couscous Pilaf

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How to Make Baked Salmon With Couscous Pilaf

  1. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  2. Wash and peel 2 medium carrots. Slice them lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips, then cut diagonally into 1/8-inch sections.
  3. In a 9x13 inch baking pan, combine the carrots, 1 cup couscous, 1/4 cup slivered almonds, 1/4 cup raisins, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Pour in 1 1/4 cups of water.
  4. Place 2 (6-ounce) salmon fillets on top of the couscous mixture. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  5. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork and the couscous is tender.
  7. Carefully remove the pan from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  8. Fluff the couscous with a fork. Transfer the salmon and couscous mixture to plates.
  9. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

59g

Fat

5g

Carbs

19g

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