Couscous with Fish

This Moroccan Couscous with Fish is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines fluffy couscous with tender, spiced fish. It's a high-protein meal that brings together the warmth of spices and the freshness of herbs for a delightful dining experience.

Ingredients

• Couscous - 150 grams
• White fish fillets (such as cod or haddock) - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
2. Add the minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini to the saucepan, cooking until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in the cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the vegetable broth to the saucepan and bring to a simmer. Once simmering, stir in the couscous, remove from heat, and cover to let it steam for 5 minutes.
5. While the couscous is steaming, season the fish fillets with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
6. In a separate skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat and cook the fish fillets for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and flaky.
7. Fluff the couscous with a fork and stir in the chopped parsley. Serve the couscous topped with the cooked fish and garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 58 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 60 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein for muscle building and repair.
• Rich in vegetables providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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