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Blueberry Glazed Salmon with Lemon Herb Couscous

Blueberry Glazed Salmon with Lemon Herb Couscous Bliss

This Blueberry Glazed Salmon with Lemon Herb Couscous is a vibrant, quick meal showcasing tender salmon and a delicious blueberry glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Skin-on helps retain moisture
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for enhanced flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Blueberry Glaze
  • 1 cup Blueberries Fresh or frozen
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar Can substitute with red wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup Maple syrup is vegan-friendly
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can work in a pinch
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Use the zest of half a lemon
For the Couscous
  • 1 cup Couscous Substitute with quinoa or cauliflower rice for gluten-free
  • 1 cup Boiling Water or Vegetable Broth
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley or Basil Feel free to experiment with dill
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed enhances flavor

Equipment

  • Pan
  • oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Blueberry Glaze by simmering blueberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and lemon zest in a saucepan for 5-6 minutes until thickened.
  2. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake salmon fillets coated with olive oil, salt, pepper, and blueberry glaze for 12-14 minutes.
  3. Prepare couscous by pouring boiling water or broth over it. Let it sit covered for 5 minutes, fluff with a fork, then mix in lemon zest, juice, olive oil, and herbs.
  4. Serve by plating couscous and topping with salmon. Drizzle more blueberry glaze if desired and garnish with herbs or lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 150gramsCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, choose fresh salmon. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Pair with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

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