Salmon and Freekeh Salad with Rocket
Roast salmon flaked over smoky freekeh with blistered tomatoes, rocket and dill.
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- 220 g Salmon fillet
- 80 g Freekeh
- 40 g Arugula
- 1 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- ½ Lemon
- 100 g Cherry tomatoes (optional)
- 8 g Dill (optional)
Method
- Simmer the freekeh in plenty of salted water for twenty-two minutes, until the grains are tender but still chewy, then drain and leave it to steam dry.
- Pat the salmon dry, halve the tomatoes and chop the dill.
- Roast the salmon at 200°C (400°F) for thirteen minutes, until the flesh turns matt and parts under gentle pressure.
- Turn the warm freekeh through the olive oil and lemon juice while it still steams, then fold in the tomatoes.
- Fold the rocket through at the last moment so it stays peppery, break the salmon over in big flakes and scatter the dill.
About Salmon and Freekeh Salad with Rocket
Salmon and Freekeh Salad with Rocket is a Middle Eastern lunch or dinner that comes together in about 36 minutes and serves 1. It fits anti-inflammatory eating.
Salmon and Freekeh Salad with Rocket: frequently asked questions
Is Salmon and Freekeh Salad with Rocket gluten-free?
As written, no — it contains Freekeh. You'd need a certified gluten-free swap for that ingredient to make it gluten-free.
How long does Salmon and Freekeh Salad with Rocket take to make?
About 36 minutes start to finish, but only around 11 of those are hands-on — the rest is largely unattended cooking time you can step away from. In the Homecooked app the timers and parallel steps are sequenced for you so the hands-on part feels even shorter.
Do I need every ingredient to make Salmon and Freekeh Salad with Rocket?
The core ingredients are essential, but you can leave out cherry tomatoes, dill — they're optional and mainly there for extra flavor or finish.
How many servings does Salmon and Freekeh Salad with Rocket make?
This recipe makes 1 serving. In the app you can scale it up or down and the ingredient amounts adjust automatically.