Peppery Salmon and Loadsa Goodness

OVEN ROASTED PEPPERY FILLET OF SALMON WITH A SUPER HEALTHY COUSCOUS SALAD 

Just like the title suggests this juicy piece of fish is accompanied by a mountain of nutrients. Very easy to prepare, this dish is perfect for a weekday night - it does not take longer than 25-30min.

Salmon is a wonderful source of protein. Consuming it also has numerous health benefits, and just to mention some of them:

• increases cardiovascular health - high levels of omega-3 fats, EPA and DHA help to keep the blood from clotting excessively and dilating the arteries; regular consumption can help with preventing heart attacks, strokes and high blood pressure
• is beneficial in the treatment of inflammatory joint conditions -
  it increases, regulates and stabilizes collagen synthesis in human osteoarthritic cartilage
• helps you sleep (!!!) - being a source of natural sedatives, salmon shortens the time it takes to fall asleep 

Well, who knew...?

Black pepper relieves respiratory diseases, coughs, common colds; peppery foods are beneficial when trying to lose some weight. Broccoli needs a special mention as it lowers cholesterol, detoxifies and gives our bodies a shot of vitamin D (the lack of which became an epidemic!). And kale! This super fashionable green is an excellent source of vitamins and antioxidants. 

What's not to like?

Prepare your salmon and season it with a tiny bit of salt, a whole lot of black pepper (freshly ground would be awesome) and drizzle it with virgin olive oil and lemon juice. Place it on a baking paper covered roasting pan, in the middle of the oven and cook for around 25min.

To prepare your salad, put half a cup of dry couscous in a bowl and cover it with boiling water. When it soaks in all the liquid, uncover it and leave to cool. 

In the meantime, wash and chop half of a small broccoli into small chunks. Wash and finely slice a spring onion. Wash and dry your baby kale leaves. Drain and rinse a small can of red kindey beans. Add all of those ingredients to the couscous, mix thoroughly, drizzle with olive oil and season to taste. 

  

Finally, take the salmon out of the oven, dish it up with the freshly made salad and serve with a dollop of natural youghurt.

                                                  ENJOY!