SALMON COUSCOUS SALAD

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Hot nights are inspiring cool, healthy salads! Just made this last night, and it was so pretty and so delicious I think I'll take it to my next potluck. This is sort of a different version of my Big Hit Couscous Salad (#175176), but much easier - much less prep - esp. if you have most ingredients on hand. I used frozen veggies. Prep time does not include optional chill time.

Provided by Dories Lori

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/4 cups water
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional)
1 1/2 cups whole wheat couscous
1 lb cooked salmon
3/4 cup frozen baby peas
3/4 cup frozen extra sweet corn
1/4 vidalia onion, diced
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
2/3 cup low-fat Italian salad dressing
3 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 lemon, juice of
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Boil the water and olive oil. When boiling, remove from heat, stir in the couscous, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork into a large bowl to cool.
  • Flake the salmon and add to the bowl.
  • Briefly steam the peas, rinse in cold water and add, then do the same for the corn.
  • Add the onion, parsley and dill.
  • Mix a bit of the dressing into the mustard to combine, then add the rest of the dressing and lemon juice.
  • Sprinkle over the couscous, mixingly. (You know what I mean.) Taste to see if there's enough mustard and lemon for your taste. Mustard can be added thinned with liquid, such as more dressing, lemon juice, or water. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Chill for at least 2 hours if you have time, but it is good eaten right away, also. We enjoyed this on lettuce leaves with sliced tomatos, cucumbers, and corn chips.
  • NOTES:.
  • Add extra time if you need to cook the salmon. I didn't really have leftover salmon, so I poached a chunk in chicken broth and water to cover with added onion, lemon, parsley, dill, bay leaf, thyme, S&P. Was delish, and I used some liquid for ½ the couscous liquid. Saved the rest for another time. However, I am convinced this recipe would still taste delish with plain salmon.
  • I imagine most kinds of mustard would be great, except I don't know about yellow?.
  • Except the couscous, most measurements are an approximation, so please don't be afraid to change it to fit your tastes.
  • I also noticed that the peas lost their bright green color overnight, so for brightest looks, add before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.1, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 1.6, Sodium 4532.9, Carbohydrate 28.6, Fiber 14, Sugar 6.5, Protein 18.2

Ghulman Mughal
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This salad was a disappointment. The flavors were bland and the salmon was overcooked.


Abubakar Ak Khalid
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This salad is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy. I highly recommend it.


SALAHUDDIN MEKRANI
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and healthy dish that I'll definitely be making again.


Jeramie Watkins
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. I often make it on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week for lunch or dinner.


RS Rambo
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I can easily add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Hanifa Akter
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This salad is a perfect balance of flavors and textures. The salmon is tender and flaky, the couscous is fluffy and light, and the dressing is tangy and refreshing. It's a great meal for any occasion.


Love Is Green
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook salmon, and this salad definitely fits the bill. It's a delicious and unique dish that I'm sure to make again.


Sarkar G
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat salmon. My kids love the sweet and tangy dressing, and they always ask for seconds.


Hedoy Hasan
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I'm not a huge fan of salmon, but I loved this salad. The dressing was so flavorful, and the salmon was cooked perfectly.


Aman Ullah
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I love the addition of fresh herbs to this salad. It really brightens up the flavors.


Emmanuel Domotey
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover salmon. I always have some leftover salmon after making a salmon dinner, and this salad is the perfect way to use it up.


Saidi Mgaza
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I made this salad for a picnic, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. It was the perfect dish to enjoy on a warm summer day.


Aley Dipak
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This salmon couscous salad is the perfect summer dish. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor. I love that I can make it ahead of time, too.


Kayra web
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I'm a busy working mom, so I really appreciate recipes that are quick and easy to make. This salad came together in no time, and it was a delicious and healthy meal for my family.


Lourdes Aviles
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone raved about the unique flavors and the beautiful presentation. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Jennifer Asu
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I'm not usually a fan of couscous, but this salad changed my mind. The combination of flavors and textures was incredible, and the salmon was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again!


Quintrell Jackson
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This salmon couscous salad was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly well-balanced, with the tangy lemon dressing perfectly complementing the tender salmon and fluffy couscous. It was a refreshing and satisfying meal that I'll definitely b


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