Infinity Loop Flow Dish (Printable)

An elegant salmon and vegetable dish artfully arranged to highlight fresh, vibrant ingredients and balanced flavors.

# What you'll need:

→ Fish

01 - 2 skinless fresh salmon fillets (about 10.5 oz)
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
05 - 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
06 - 1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced
07 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves

→ Grains & Legumes

08 - 1/2 cup pearl couscous
09 - 1 cup vegetable broth

→ Dressings & Garnishes

10 - 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
11 - 1 tsp lemon zest
12 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
13 - 1 tbsp capers, rinsed and drained
14 - 1 tbsp toasted pine nuts

# Method:

01 - Set the oven to 350°F (180°C) to prepare for baking the salmon.
02 - Bring vegetable broth to a boil in a small saucepan; add pearl couscous, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes until tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside.
03 - Briefly cook zucchini, carrot, and fennel slices in boiling salted water for 1–2 minutes until just tender, then transfer to ice water to cool and preserve color. Drain and pat dry.
04 - Brush salmon fillets with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and bake on parchment-lined tray for 12–15 minutes until just cooked through. Cool slightly and break into large flakes.
05 - In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon zest, and fresh dill until combined and set aside.
06 - On a large serving platter, shape the pearl couscous into a figure-eight. Alternate arranging blanched vegetable slices and baby spinach leaves along the loop. Nestle salmon flakes into the curves. Dot with capers and spoon the yogurt dressing. Finish by sprinkling toasted pine nuts over the top.
07 - Present immediately to ensure each serving delivers a seamless blend of flavors and textures.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It's a showstopper dish that looks like you spent hours in the kitchen, but comes together in just over an hour.
  • Each ingredient shines on its own while creating something greater together, much like a perfectly composed conversation.
  • The figure-eight arrangement naturally guides how you eat, making it nearly impossible not to get the perfect bite every single time.
02 -
  • Don't skip the ice bath for your vegetables. I learned this the hard way when I served blanched vegetables that had turned dull brown instead of staying vibrant. That cold water is what keeps them looking fresh and garden-like on your plate.
  • Salmon continues cooking slightly after you remove it from the oven, so pull it out when it still looks just barely done. Overcooked salmon becomes dry and loses its delicate texture entirely.
  • The figure-eight arrangement isn't just pretty—it's functional. It naturally guides people to take balanced bites with fish, vegetables, and grain in every forkful.
03 -
  • Prep all your ingredients before you start cooking—this dish comes together quickly once the oven is hot, and you want to be present for the arrangement, not rushing through prep work.
  • If you can't find pearl couscous, regular couscous works, but the pearl variety really is worth seeking out for how it looks on the plate and how it holds up to the weight of the other ingredients without becoming mushy.
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