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Mediterranean Salmon Skillet: A One-Pan Delight Under 40 Minutes

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 520
Enjoy a vibrant and healthy Mediterranean-inspired salmon dish cooked entirely in one skillet, ready in under 40 minutes.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 4 fillets Salmon (skin-on)

Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)

Vegetables

  • 2 bulbs Fennel
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)

Grains

  • 1 cup Israeli (Pearl) Couscous

Paste & Condiments

  • 1 tablespoon Harissa Paste

Olives & Nuts

  • 1/2 cup Green Olives
  • 1/4 cup Pistachios (chopped)

Herbs

  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (fresh)
  • to taste Salt

Instructions 

  • Season salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook salmon until golden, then set aside.
  • Sauté fennel and garlic until fragrant, add cherry tomatoes and cook until softened.
  • Stir in couscous, harissa, olives, pistachios, and lemon juice; cook until couscous is tender.
  • Return salmon to skillet, warm through, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon before serving.
Calories: 520kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Salmon