Hot-smoked salmon & couscous salad
Discover a fresh and flavorful Hot-Smoked Salmon & Couscous Salad recipe featuring tender salmon, zesty oranges, crunchy hazelnuts, and aromatic sun-dried tomatoes, all tossed in a light olive oil dressing. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal!
- 04 Apr 2025
- Cook time 15 min
- Prep time 0 min
- 4 Servings
- 9 Ingredients
This Hot-smoked salmon & couscous salad is a delightful dish that combines vibrant flavors and textures. Perfect for a nutritious lunch or light dinner, the salad features smoky salmon, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and a zesty orange dressing. It’s an easy and quick recipe that’s sure to impress your taste buds.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Place 1 cup couscous in a large heatproof bowl.
- Pour over 1 cup of boiling water, cover, and let it sit for 10 minutes, or until the couscous has absorbed all of the water.
- Fluff the couscous with a fork to separate the grains.
- Chop the sun-dried tomatoes into small pieces.
- Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the couscous, mixing well to combine.
- Peel the oranges and remove the white pith.
- Using a sharp knife, segment the oranges by cutting between the membranes.
- Reserve the orange segments and squeeze any remaining juice from the membranes into a small bowl.
- Finely slice the shallots and add to the couscous mixture.
- In a dry pan, toast the hazelnuts over medium heat until they are golden brown and fragrant.
- Remove from the heat, let cool slightly, and chop them roughly.
- Add the chopped hazelnuts to the couscous mixture.
- Chop the fresh parsley and add to the couscous mixture.
- Flake the hot-smoked salmon into bite-sized pieces and gently incorporate into the couscous mixture.
- In the bowl with the reserved orange juice, whisk in 1/4 cup olive oil and 1 tsp of your chosen spice mix.
- Pour the dressing over the couscous salad and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish.
- Garnish with additional parsley or orange segments, if desired.
- Serve the hot-smoked salmon and couscous salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy this vibrant and nutritious dish as a light main course or a hearty side.
Tips:
- To achieve the perfect couscous texture, ensure you fluff it gently with a fork after cooking.
- Toast the hazelnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for a few minutes to enhance their flavor before adding to the salad.
- Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the dressing to get the most vibrant citrus flavor.
This Hot-smoked salmon & couscous salad is an excellent choice for a wholesome yet exciting meal. The combination of fresh ingredients, aromatic spices, and smoky salmon will leave you wanting more. Enjoy your delightful and nutritious salad!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 330 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 330kcal | 17% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 24g | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 40g | 11% |
| Fiber 7g | 18% |
| Sugar 18g | 17% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 24g | 30% |
| Saturated 3.35g | 11% |
| Cholesterol 40mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 110ug | 12% |
| Choline 110mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B1 0.36mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B2 0.24mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 9mg | 58% |
| Vitamin B6 0.76mg | 45% |
| Vitamin B9 90ug | 23% |
| Vitamin B12 3.53ug | 147% |
| Vitamin C 90mg | 97% |
| Vitamin E 2.22mg | 15% |
| Vitamin K 250ug | 211% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 100mg | 8% |
| Copper, Cu 0.51mg | 56% |
| Iron, Fe 3.24mg | 29% |
| Magnesium, Mg 90mg | 21% |
| Phosphorus, P 340mg | 27% |
| Potassium, K 1170mg | 34% |
| Selenium, Se 44ug | 80% |
| Sodium, Na 90mg | 6% |
| Zinc, Zn 1.26mg | 11% |
| Water | |
| Water 240g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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