Grilled Lemon Herb Salmon with Mediterranean Couscous

Description

Enjoy a refreshing and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring grilled lemon herb salmon served over a bed of fluffy couscous mixed with fresh vegetables and herbs.

Ingredients

• 2 salmon fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lemon, zested and juiced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup couscous
• 1 1/4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 small cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped

Instructions

1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Brush the salmon fillets with the lemon herb mixture and let them marinate while the grill heats up.
4. Bring the vegetable broth to a boil in a small saucepan. Add couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
5. In a large bowl, combine couscous, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and mint. Toss gently to mix.
6. Place the salmon fillets on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and slightly charred.
7. Serve the grilled salmon on a bed of couscous salad, garnishing with additional lemon slices if desired.

Recipe Details

• Cooking Time: 30 minutes
• Servings: 2
• Difficulty: Easy