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Cajun-Style Salmon with Saucy Chickpea, Tomato, Pepper & Cilantro Bake
- 30 min
- 2–6 servings
- 576 kcal / serving
A hearty weeknight bake where smoky Cajun salmon sits atop a saucy mix of chickpeas, peppers, and marinara. The combination delivers soft peppers with crisp salmon, balanced by bright cilantro and a simple, one-pan feel.
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Ingredients
- ½ small bunchcilantro
- 1 (15 oz) cangarbanzo beans (chickpeas)
- 1green bell pepper
- ½ (24 oz) jarmarinara sauce
- ¾ lbsalmon fillet
- 1yellow bell pepper
- green bell peppers
- yellow bell peppers
From the pantry: black pepper, Cajun seasoning, extra virgin olive oil, salt
Cookware
aluminum foil · baking dish · can opener · chef's knife · colander · cutting board · measuring spoons · nonstick skillet · oven mitts · spatula · stirring spoon
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F and set a baking dish ready.
- Wash the cilantro and peppers, trim seeds, and small-dice the peppers; place them in the baking dish.
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas; add them to the dish with marinara and the spices, then stir to combine.
- Put the baking dish in the oven and bake, stirring halfway, until the peppers and chickpeas are tender, about 15–20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat a skillet over medium-high heat, pat the salmon dry, and season the top side with Cajun seasoning and a pinch of salt.
- Once the skillet is hot, add oil and swirl to coat the bottom; place the salmon skin-side down and cook 3–4 minutes per side until the flesh is opaque and the skin is crisp.
- Transfer the salmon to a plate, loosely cover with foil, and let rest.
- Shave cilantro from the stems and mince the leaves.
- When the peppers and chickpeas finish, remove the dish from the oven and stir in the cilantro until just combined.
- To serve, divide the saucy chickpeas and salmon between plates and enjoy.
Two tips
- Make ahead: chop peppers and cilantro earlier in the day for faster assembly.
- Serving idea: finish with a squeeze of lime and a sprinkle of cilantro for extra brightness (using pantry staples and the listed ingredients).
Nutrition per serving
- Calories
- 576 kcal
- Protein
- 50 g
- Carbs
- 50 g
- Fat
- 21 g
- Fiber
- 13 g
- Sodium
- 2152 mg
Estimates from the recipe's published nutrition data; they change with the version you pick above.
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