Garam Masala Salmon with Peas and Couscous

Name: Garam Masala Salmon with Peas and Couscous
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 2 pound salmon fillets; 2 tablespoon olive oil; 2 teaspoon garam masala; 1 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper; 2 cup vegetable broth; 1.5 cup quick-cooking couscous; 1 yellow onion (large, chopped); 2 clove garlic (minced); 1.5 cup frozen peas; 0.25 cup fresh mint (chopped)

Flaky salmon fillets coated in aromatic garam masala, quickly pan-seared and served with fluffy quick-cooking couscous and vibrant green peas.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 25 min
Servings: 8
Cuisine: Indian
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $4.31/serving

Dietary

Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
Pescatarian
High-Protein
Low-Sugar

Ingredients

2 pound salmon fillets
2 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoon garam masala
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
2 cup vegetable broth
1.5 cup quick-cooking couscous
1 yellow onion (large, chopped)
2 clove garlic (minced)
1.5 cup frozen peas
0.25 cup fresh mint (chopped)

Instructions

Pat salmon fillets dry. Season evenly with 2 teaspoons garam masala, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups vegetable broth to a boil. Remove from heat, stir in 1 1/2 cups quick-cooking couscous, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork. Keep warm.
While couscous rests, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned salmon fillets, skin-side down if applicable. Sear for 4-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily.
In a separate small skillet or microwave-safe bowl, sauté the 1 large yellow onion and 2 cloves minced garlic for 2 minutes. Stir in the 1 1/2 cups frozen peas and a tablespoon of water, then cover and cook for 2-3 minutes until peas are tender-crisp.
Serve the garam masala salmon with the quick-cooking couscous and sautéed peas. Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint if desired.

Notes

Avoid overcooking salmon, as it can dry out quickly. Couscous can be made ahead of time to save minutes on busy days.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 445
Protein: 36 g
Carbohydrates: 38.5 g
Fat: 18 g
Fiber: 5 g
Sodium: 760 mg
Saturated Fat: 2.8 g
Sugar: 3 g
Cholesterol: 75 mg