Blueberry Glazed Salmon with Lemon Herb Couscous
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Blueberry Glazed Salmon with Lemon Herb Couscous. This mouthwatering dish combines the sweet and tangy essence of blueberries with perfectly caramelized salmon, creating an unforgettable dining experience. The light and zesty lemon herb couscous complements the rich fish beautifully, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight meals and special occasions. With its vibrant colors and unique flavor profile, this recipe is sure to impress family and guests alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (5–6 oz each)
- ¾ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup dry couscous
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- Fresh parsley or basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together blueberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and lemon zest.
- Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, then coat with the blueberry glaze.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until salmon flakes easily.
- While baking, prepare couscous by boiling water or broth, then adding couscous along with lemon zest, juice, olive oil, herbs, salt, and pepper. Let sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing.
- Serve salmon over couscous and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (150g) with couscous (125g)
- Calories: 415
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg