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Description
A quick and elegant dish featuring salmon topped with a sweet-tangy blueberry glaze. The balsamic-honey mustard sauce balances the fish’s richness with vibrant fruit and citrus notes. Served over fluffy vegetable-brined couscous, this one-pot recipe delivers comfort and flavor in under 25 minutes.
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets (with or without skin)
1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup blueberries
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp Dijon mustard (ensure non-alcoholic variety)
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 cup couscous
Herbs (such as parsley or dill)
Instructions
Combine blueberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, and lemon zest in a saucepan.
Simmer over medium heat for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and slightly reduced.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly before using.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place salmon fillets on the prepared sheet. Drizzle with oil and season with salt and pepper.
Spread half the blueberry glaze evenly over the tops. Bake for 12-14 minutes until fish flakes easily.
In a bowl, combine couscous and boiling water or vegetable broth. Stir to mix.
Cover and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and stir in lemon zest, juice, and herbs.
Portion couscous into bowls. Top with salmon fillets and remaining glaze.
Notes
The original recipe suggests red wine vinegar as a substitution for balsamic vinegar. For non-alcoholic compliance, use 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar instead of red wine vinegar
For halal/non-alcoholic adaptations, ensure Dijon mustard is made without wine
Leftover glaze can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days
Couscous can be substituted with basmati rice (cooking time increases to 20 minutes)
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Modern fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with couscous and glaze
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 75mg