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Garlic Butter and Mushroom Couscous

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful dish combining creamy garlic butter couscous with sautéed mushrooms, spinach, and perfectly cooked salmon for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Grains

  • 8 oz Israeli couscous
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup mushrooms
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.25 cup grated parmesan
  • to taste sea salt

Protein

  • 1 portion Atlantic salmon
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 0.5 lemon lemon, juiced
  • 0.25 tsp sea salt
  • to taste pepper and garlic powder

Instructions 

  • Melt butter and minced garlic in a pan, then add Israeli couscous and cook until lightly browned.
  • Add sliced mushrooms, then pour in vegetable broth and water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer until liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir in spinach and grated parmesan cheese, season with sea salt to taste.
  • Coat salmon with lemon juice, sea salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Heat avocado oil in a non-stick pan.
  • Cook salmon skin side down for 3-4 minutes per side until cooked to liking. Serve salmon atop the couscous.

Notes

Ensure not to overcook the salmon for best texture and flavor.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: International
Keyword: couscous, Mushrooms, Salmon