Grilled Salmon with Lemon-Dill Sauce

Ingredients (Serves 4):

For the Salmon:

• 4 salmon fillets (skin on or off, your choice)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• Juice of 1 lemon

For the Lemon-Dill Sauce:

• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream)

• 1 tbsp mayonnaise (optional for extra creaminess)

• 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (or 1 tbsp dried)

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tsp lemon zest

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your grill (or grill pan) to medium-high heat.

2. Season salmon with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Let it marinate for 10–15 minutes.

3. Grill salmon skin-side down (if it has skin) for about 4–5 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Cook until it flakes easily with a fork.

4. Mix lemon-dill sauce: In a bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, zest, dill, garlic, and a pinch of salt & pepper. Chill until ready to serve.

5. Serve grilled salmon topped with a spoonful of lemon-dill sauce.

🌱 Roasted Asparagus

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch of fresh asparagus, ends trimmed

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt & pepper

• Optional: 1 tsp lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon juice after roasting

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Toss asparagus with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.

3. Roast for 12–15 minutes, until tender and slightly crispy on the tips.

4. Add lemon zest or juice if desired for a fresh kick.

🥗 Couscous Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 cup couscous

• 1 cup boiling water or vegetable broth

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1/4 cup cucumber, diced

• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

• 2 tbsp parsley or mint, chopped

• Juice of 1 lemon

• Salt & pepper to taste

• Optional: Crumbled feta cheese

Instructions:

1. Place couscous in a bowl. Pour boiling water or broth over it, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes.

2. Fluff with a fork and stir in olive oil, lemon juice, veggies, herbs, and feta (if using).

3. Chill or serve room temperature.