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Tunisian-Spiced Grilled Salmon with Charred Eggplant & Herbed Couscous

Prep 15 min · Cook 25 min · Serves 2 · medium

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Tunisian-Spiced Grilled Salmon with Charred Eggplant & Herbed Couscous

North African-inspired salmon featuring harissa and warm spices, paired with smoky roasted eggplant and fluffy whole wheat couscous pilaf with fresh herbs and toasted almonds

Ingredients

  • 2 fillets (5 oz each) salmon fillets, skin-on, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 tbsp harissa paste, pure, no added sugars
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice, fresh
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds, toasted
  • 1/2 tsp coriander seeds, toasted
  • 1 medium eggplant, cut lengthwise into 4 slabs
  • 3/4 tsp sea salt, divided
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
  • 3/4 cup whole wheat couscous, uncooked
  • 1 cup vegetable broth, low-sodium
  • 3 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp sliced almonds, toasted
  • 1 clove garlic clove, minced

Instructions

  1. 1

    Toast cumin and coriander seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1 minute. Grind coarsely and set aside.

  2. 2

    Mix harissa, 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil, lemon juice, toasted spices, minced garlic, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl.

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