Mediterranean Grilled Salmon with Lemon Couscous & Spinach Salad
Juicy grilled salmon served with fluffy lemon couscous and a light spinach salad. Simple, nourishing, and full of Mediterranean flavor.
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 12 minutes
Total: 27 minutes
🛒 Ingredients
Salmon
2–3 salmon fillets
2 tbsp olive oil
Zest of ½ lemon
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt & black pepper
Lemon Couscous
1 cup couscous
1 cup hot vegetable stock or water
1 tbsp olive oil
Zest of ½ lemon
Salt, to taste
Spinach Salad
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Pinch of salt
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Marinate the Salmon
Rub salmon with olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Rest 10 minutes.
2. Cook Couscous
Place couscous in a bowl, pour over hot stock.
Cover 5 minutes, then fluff.
Stir in olive oil, lemon zest, and salt.
3. Grill the Salmon
Grill pan or skillet on medium heat.
Cook salmon 4–5 minutes per side until flaky.
4. Prepare Spinach Salad
Toss spinach with olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.
5. Serve
Plate couscous, top with salmon, and serve spinach salad on the side.
🌿 Tips
Add cucumber or cherry tomatoes to the spinach salad.
Sprinkle toasted almonds or pine nuts for crunch.
Works great with grilled zucchini or asparagus.
🥗 Nutritional Information
Calories: 450–480 kcal
Protein: 35–38 g
Fat: 22–25 g
Carbohydrates: 28–32 g
Fiber: 3–4 g
Omega-3 fats: High (from salmon)
Benefits:
Heart-healthy, high in protein, rich in omega-3, light and balanced Mediterranean meal.