Experience a fusion of Moroccan and Asian ingredients with this salmon couscous bowl. It’s a flavorful feast that marries the crispy, grilled texture of cedar-plank salmon, marinated to perfection in a sweet tamari sauce, with a bed of warm, fluffy couscous and velvety, creamy spinach. This bowl is chock-full of freshness, nutrition and taste, creating a fulfilling and savory meal perfect for any night of the week.
Salmon Couscous Bowl With Creamy Spinach
Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 300 kcal
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 lb. salmon cut into 4 filets with skin on
- 1 cup couscous
Marinade
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp. honey
- 1 Tbsp. tamari
- 1 garlic clove crushed
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
Creamy Spinach
- 10 oz. fresh spinach
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1/2 tsp. sea salt
- 1/8 tsp. black pepper
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut yogurt
Instructions
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In small bowl, mix marinade ingredients until well combined.
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In 13x9 pan, add salmon filets and coat with marinade. Let sit for 30 minutes.
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Prepare cedar plank for grilling by soaking in water for 1 hour.
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Turn grill to medium-high heat and place pre-soaked cedar plank on hot grate. Close lid 4-5 minutes.
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Open lid, turn plank over and place salmon skin down.
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Cook 10-12 minutes or until salmon has internal temperature of 145 degrees F. Remove and set aside.
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Prepare couscous according to package instructions.
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In large nonstick skillet over high heat, add olive oil and sauté spinach, garlic, salt and pepper for 5 minutes until spinach has wilted. Stir in coconut yogurt.
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Serve in bowls with couscous, top with salmon filet and creamy spinach.
Nutrition Facts
Salmon Couscous Bowl With Creamy Spinach
Amount Per Serving
Calories 300
Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat 12g18%
Saturated Fat 2g10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 8g
Sodium 62mg3%
Potassium 506mg14%
Carbohydrates 42g14%
Fiber 4g16%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 6650IU133%
Vitamin C 23mg28%
Calcium 86mg9%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.