Moroccan Chermoula Sockeye Salmon
Vibrant chermoula, rich wild sockeye, caramelized summer vegetables, and raisin-studded couscous make this an elegant Moroccan-inspired dinner for two.
Ingredients
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Fresh Sockeye Salmon Fillet Wild Caught (sustainably sourced)12 oz, cut into 2 fillets $14.99
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Zucchini12 oz, cut into thick half-moons $1.79
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Kroger® Pearl Couscous4 oz $2.49
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Private Selection® Walla Walla Sweet Onions1/2 medium, thinly sliced $3.99
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Fresh Organic Lemon1 $1.29
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Organic Cilantro1/2 cup loosely packed, chopped $1.69
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Garlic2 cloves, minced $0.79
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Raisins2 tablespoons
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Olive oil4 1/2 tablespoons, divided
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Ground cumin1 teaspoon
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Smoked paprika3/4 teaspoon
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Ground coriander1/2 teaspoon
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Cayenne pepper1 pinch
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Kosher salt3/4 teaspoon, plus more to taste
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Black pepper1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 425°F. Pat the salmon dry; slice the zucchini and onion, mince the garlic, chop the cilantro, and zest and juice the lemon.
- Make the chermoula by stirring together the cilantro, garlic, lemon zest, half the lemon juice, 3 tablespoons olive oil, cumin, paprika, coriander, cayenne, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper until a loose, spreadable paste forms.
- Toss the zucchini and onion with the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil and 1/4 teaspoon salt on a rimmed sheet pan. Roast for 12 minutes, turning once, until lightly browned.
- Meanwhile, cook the pearl couscous according to its package directions, adding the raisins during the final 3 minutes. Drain if necessary, then season with the remaining lemon juice and salt to taste.
- Move the vegetables to the sides of the pan, place the salmon in the center, and spread most of the chermoula over the fillets. Roast for 7–9 minutes, checking at 7 minutes and removing the fish as soon as its thickest part reaches 145°F; rest for 3 minutes.
- Divide the raisin couscous between two plates, arrange the roasted zucchini and onion alongside, and top with the salmon and remaining chermoula.
Total time: 40 minutes
Estimated cost: $27–$30 with leftover ingredients
Health notes: About 900 calories per serving, with roughly 42 grams of protein, heart-healthy omega-3 fats, and a generous serving of vegetables.
Drink pairing: A chilled Sauvignon Blanc complements the citrusy chermoula and balances the rich salmon.