Baked Salmon on Confetti Couscous Recipe

Name: Baked Salmon on Confetti Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 each skinless salmon fillets (4 oz./115 g each); 1-1/2 cups Kraft Calorie-Wise Zesty Italian Dressing, divided; 1-1/3 cups dry whole wheat bread crumbs; 1-1/2 qt. red peppers, chopped; 1-1/2 cups 25%-less-sodium chicken broth; 4 qt. Hot cooked whole wheat couscous; 1-1/2 qt. carrots, shredded Target 2 lb For $3.00 thru 02/06; 1-1/2 qt. scallions, thinly sliced; 2 Tbsp. lemon zest Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09; 3 Tbsp. lemon juice Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09; 6 each lemons, each cut into 4 wedges Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09

Servings: persons

24 each skinless salmon fillets (4 oz./115 g each)
1-1/2 cups Kraft Calorie-Wise Zesty Italian Dressing, divided
1-1/3 cups dry whole wheat bread crumbs
1-1/2 qt. red peppers, chopped
1-1/2 cups 25%-less-sodium chicken broth
4 qt. Hot cooked whole wheat couscous
1-1/2 qt. carrots, shredded Target 2 lb For $3.00 thru 02/06
1-1/2 qt. scallions, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp. lemon zest Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09
3 Tbsp. lemon juice Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09
6 each lemons, each cut into 4 wedges Safeway 4 ct For $5.00 thru 02/09

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For each serving: Brush 1 salmon fillet with 1 tsp.
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(5 mL) dressing; coat evenly with 1/4 oz.
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(7 g) bread crumbs.
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Place in parchment-lined sheet pan.
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Bake in 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) standard oven 10 to 12 min.
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or until fish flakes easily with fork (130 degrees F/55 degrees C).
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Meanwhile, saute 1/4 cup (50 mL) peppers in 2 tsp.
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(10 mL) of the remaining dressing in small nonstick skillet on medium-high heat 2 min.
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or until crisp-tender.
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Stir in 1 Tbsp.
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(15 mL) broth; bring to boil.
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Add 2/3 cup (150 mL) couscous, 1/4 cup (50 mL) each carrots and scallions, 1/4 tsp.
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(1 mL) lemon zest and 3/4 tsp.
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(3 mL) lemon juice; mix well.
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Plate couscous mixture; top with salmon fillet.
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Serve with lemon wedge.

1356

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

130

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 each skinless salmon fillets (4 oz./115 g each), 1-1/2 cups Kraft Calorie-Wise Zesty Italian Dressing, divided, 1-1/3 cups dry whole wheat bread crumbs, 1-1/2 qt. red peppers, chopped, and more.

Yes, Baked Salmon on Confetti Couscous falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Salmon on Confetti Couscous

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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