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Harissa salmon with herby couscous on a ceramic plate in warm kitchen light

dinner

Harissa Salmon & Herby Couscous

Salmon is a popular source of omega-3s; couscous provides easy carbs to refuel. A satisfying dinner that's quick enough for a weeknight.

10 min prep · 15 min cook · 25 min in total · serves 2

What you need

  • 2 salmon fillets
  • 2 tbsp harissa paste
  • 200g couscous
  • 2 roasted red peppers (jar or fresh)
  • Large handful spinach
  • 4 tbsp Greek yogurt
  • Fresh dill
  • 1 lemon

What to do

  1. 1Rub salmon with harissa and a little olive oil; bake at 200°C / 400°F for 12–15 min or pan-cook until just cooked through.
  2. 2Pour boiling water over couscous, cover, rest 5 min, then fluff with a fork.
  3. 3Stir chopped dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, and spinach through the warm couscous.
  4. 4Char or slice the peppers.
  5. 5Mix yogurt with dill, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt for the sauce.
  6. 6Serve salmon over couscous with peppers on the side and yogurt sauce drizzled over.

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