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Barramundi with Zesty Cilantro Sauce

Barramundi with Zesty Cilantro Sauce

with Lemony Carrots & Garlic Couscous
Michelle Doll Olson
Michelle Doll OlsonUpdated on January 22, 2026
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Calories
620 kcal
Protein
34g protein
Difficulty
Easy
Allergens:
  • Wheat
  • Fish
  • Milk
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

1 unit

Veggie Stock Concentrate

½ cup

Israeli Couscous

(Contains: Wheat)

12 ounce

Carrot

1 teaspoon

Cumin

1 unit

Lemon

2 clove

Garlic

10 ounce

Barramundi

(Contains: Fish)

1 teaspoon

Chili Flakes

¼ ounce

Cilantro

Not included in your delivery

2 tablespoon (tbsp)

Olive Oil

2 teaspoon (tsp)

Cooking Oil

1 tablespoon (tbsp)

Butter

(Contains: Milk)

teaspoon (tsp)

Salt

teaspoon (tsp)

Black Pepper

/ per serving
Calories620 kcal
Fat32 g
Saturated Fat8 g
Carbohydrate50 g
Sugar12 g
Dietary Fiber7 g
Protein34 g
Cholesterol90 mg
Sodium370 mg
Potassium1150 mg
Calcium80 mg
Iron1.8 mg
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.
Peeler
Zester
Aluminum Foil
Baking Sheet
Small Bowl
Small pot
Large Pan
Paper Towel

Cooking Steps

PREP
1
  • Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 425 degrees. Wash and dry produce.

ROAST CARROTS
2
  • Toss carrots on a foil-lined baking sheet with a drizzle of oil, salt, and pepper.

MAKE SAUCE
3
  • While carrots roast, in a small bowl, combine cilantro, half the cumin (you’ll use the rest later), half the lemon zest, 2 TBSP olive oil (4 TBSP for 4 servings), a big squeeze of lemon juice, and a pinch of garlic to taste. Season with salt, pepper, and chili flakes to taste.

COOK COUSCOUS
4
  • Heat 1 TBSP butter (2 TBSP for 4 servings) in a small pot over medium-high heat. Add couscous and remaining garlic. Cook, stirring often, until garlic is fragrant and couscous is lightly toasted, 1-2 minutes.

  • Stir in ¾ cup water (1½ cups for 4) and stock concentrate. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to a low simmer. Cook until al dente, 6-8 minutes.

  • Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.

COOK FISH
5
  • While couscous cooks, pat barramundi* dry with paper towels. Season all over with remaining cumin, salt, and pepper.

  • Heat a drizzle of oil in a large, preferably nonstick, pan over medium-high heat. Add barramundi and cook until opaque and cooked through, 4-6 minutes per side. Turn off heat.

FINISH & SERVE
6
  • Fluff couscous with a fork; season with salt and pepper.

  • Toss carrots with remaining lemon zest.

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Dec 2025
  • Flavor: Many loved the zesty cilantro sauce, calling it "fabulous" and "amazing" on the mild, buttery barramundi 🐟.
  • Ease of prep: Customers found this quick and simple to make, with clear instructions for a restaurant-quality meal at home.
  • Suggestions: Some recommended adding extra herbs or spices to boost flavor; others suggested baking the fish to prevent sticking.
  • Portions: Several wished for a larger fish portion or more couscous to make the meal more filling.
  • Sides: While many enjoyed the couscous, some found it bland; several were tired of carrots and requested more veggie variety.
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