Pesto Salmon Chickpea Bowls
Indulge in a vibrant bowl of pesto salmon and chickpeas that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite. This delightful dish combines flaky salmon, hearty chickpeas, and fresh vegetables, all drizzled with rich pesto sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or impressing guests, these bowls are not only visually stunning but also packed with nutrition. Enjoy an explosion of flavors while keeping meal prep simple and enjoyable!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 skinless salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for easy access.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Season salmon with salt and pepper, then cook skin-side down until golden brown (about 4-5 minutes). Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté chickpeas until slightly crispy (about 6-7 minutes).
- Add cherry tomatoes and spinach; stir until spinach wilts (about 3-4 minutes).
- Assemble bowls by layering chickpeas and veggies, placing salmon on top. Drizzle with pesto sauce and lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute chickpeas with quinoa or lentils for variety. Experiment with different vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for added texture.