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Patricia

Crispy Salmon with Spicy Chickpea Ragu: An Easy Delight!

A delightful dish featuring crispy salmon served on a bed of spicy chickpea ragu, perfect for a quick and healthy meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound salmon fillets skin on
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 can 15 ounces chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes canned or fresh
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  4. Once the oil is hot, place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy.
  5. Carefully flip the salmon and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. While the salmon is baking, prepare the chickpea ragu. In a separate saucepan over medium heat, add the chickpeas, tomato paste, smoked paprika, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and cook for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
  7. Add the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth to the chickpea mixture. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  8. Stir in the lemon juice and chopped parsley just before serving.
  9. Serve the crispy salmon on a bed of spicy chickpea ragu, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider topping the dish with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a sprinkle of feta cheese.
  • You can also substitute the chickpeas with lentils for a different texture and flavor.

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