Wholesome and fast, these skewers are threaded with juicy salmon, onions and colourful bell peppers. A easy spice rub of cumin, coriander and cayenne, plus salt and pepper makes these kebabs burst with taste. Serve on a mattress of whole-wheat couscous for a straightforward, delectable weeknight dinner.
Energetic time: 20 minutes | Complete time: half-hour
Salmon Skewers with Entire-Wheat Couscous
Components
- 8 bamboo or steel skewers
- 1 tsp floor cumin
- 1/2 tsp floor coriander
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp floor black pepper
- 1/8 tsp floor cayenne pepper
- 4 (4-oz.) salmon fillets, reduce into 1-inch items
- 1 yellow, crimson or orange bell pepper, reduce into 1-inch squares
- 1 small yellow or white onion, reduce into 1-inch squares
- 1 1/2 cups salt-free vegetable broth
- 1 cup (173g) complete wheat couscous
- 1 tbsp chopped recent mint
Instructions
Soak wood skewers, if utilizing, in water for at the very least half-hour. In a small bowl, stir collectively cumin, coriander, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper, then rub over all sides of the salmon. Thread the salmon, bell pepper, and onion onto skewers and put aside.
Carry broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Take away from warmth and stir in couscous. Cowl and let stand for 10 minutes.
Warmth a grill or grill pan over medium warmth. Grill skewers, turning often, for 4–5 minutes or till the fish is opaque and the greens are tender. Alternatively, broil for about 4 minutes per facet. Serve skewers over couscous and sprinkle evenly with mint.
Serves: 4 | Serving Measurement: 2 skewers and 1 cup couscous
Vitamin (per serving): Energy: 381; Complete Fats: 12g; Saturated Fats: 3g; Monounsaturated Fats: 4g; Polyunsaturated Fats: 4g; Ldl cholesterol: 58mg; Sodium: 237mg; Carbohydrate: 36g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 3g; Protein: 29g
Vitamin Bonus: Potassium: 497mg; Iron: 10%; Vitamin C: 79%; Calcium: 10%, Vitamin D: 120%
Initially printed: Might 18, 2017; Up to date: March 2026
