Mediterranean-inspired · grain plate

Baked Salmon and Vegetable Couscous

Lemon-roasted salmon sits with fluffy couscous and tender carrots, cauliflower, and green vegetables.

Total time35 min
Hands-on18 min
Cleanupmedium
Serves4
easyFamily-friendlydairy-freenut-free
Baked salmon with couscous carrots mushrooms and mixed vegetables
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Cook

Make dinner

  1. 01

    Heat the oven to 425°F. Toss carrots and mushrooms with 1 tablespoon oil, salt, and pepper; roast for 12 minutes.

  2. 02

    Add zucchini and salmon to the pan. Brush salmon with remaining oil, lemon zest, and juice.

  3. 03

    Roast for 10 to 14 minutes more, until salmon reaches 145°F and vegetables are tender.

  4. 04

    Pour boiling broth over couscous, cover for 5 minutes, then fluff and serve with salmon and vegetables.

Make it work

Useful swaps

  • Use cauliflower instead of zucchini.
  • Quinoa can replace couscous for a gluten-free plate.

Why this is a good weeknight call

The ingredient list stays focused, and the recipe has a clear stopping point instead of extra optional projects.