Pan-Seared Lemon Herb Salmon with Green Beans

Name: Pan-Seared Lemon Herb Salmon with Green Beans
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 28 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1.5 pound salmon fillets; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon dried dill; 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 lemon (half sliced, half juiced); 1.5 cup quick-cook couscous; 1.5 cup chicken broth; 1 pound fresh green beans (trimmed)

Succulent salmon fillets pan-seared to perfection with bright lemon and fragrant herbs, served alongside fluffy quick-cook couscous and crisp green beans for a light yet satisfying meal.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 18 min
Total: 28 min
Servings: 6
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $4.70/serving

Dietary

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

Ingredients

1.5 pound salmon fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon dried dill
0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 lemon (half sliced, half juiced)
1.5 cup quick-cook couscous
1.5 cup chicken broth
1 pound fresh green beans (trimmed)

Instructions

Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with 3/4 teaspoon salt, dried dill, garlic powder, and black pepper. Slice half a lemon into rounds.
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add salmon fillets skin-side down (if applicable). Place lemon slices on top of each fillet.
Sear for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy, then flip carefully. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, or until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily. Cooking time depends on thickness. Remove salmon from skillet and set aside.
While salmon cooks, bring chicken broth and 1/4 teaspoon salt to a boil in a medium saucepan. Stir in quick-cook couscous, cover, and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
In the same skillet (or a separate pan), add green beans with a splash of water and cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp. Alternatively, microwave steamed green beans for 3-4 minutes.
Squeeze fresh juice from the remaining half lemon over the cooked salmon. Serve immediately with the prepared couscous and green beans.

Notes

If preparing for meal prep, store salmon and sides separately for best reheating results. Salmon is best reheated gently to avoid drying out.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 498
Protein: 37.1 g
Carbohydrates: 41.2 g
Fat: 18.2 g
Fiber: 5 g
Sodium: 595 mg
Saturated Fat: 3.6 g
Sugar: 3 g
Cholesterol: 76 mg