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greek salmon grain bowls
A flavorful and healthy bowl combining tender salmon, hearty couscous, and vibrant greens, perfect for a nutritious meal.
Ingredients
Grains
- 2 cups Israeli couscous (cooked to package directions)
- 1 small yellow onion (sliced)
Liquids & Oils
- 0.75 cup extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
- 1 lemon lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
Proteins
- 4 filets salmon
Spices & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons Greek seasoning
- 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil (divided)
- 4 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- to taste Salt and Pepper
- to taste Red pepper flakes
Vegetables
- 1 large head green kale (roughly chopped)
Instructions
- Mix cooked couscous, 1/2 cup olive oil, lemon juice, and onion. Season with salt and pepper.
- Season salmon with 1/2 tablespoon Greek seasoning. Cook in 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat, 4 min skin-side down, then flip and cook 4 min. Remove from heat.
- In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp olive oil, wilt kale in batches, then add garlic and cook 1 min. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
- Divide couscous into bowls, top with kale, then place salmon filets on top.
Notes
Ensure salmon is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for safety.