Description
A healthy, balanced meal featuring pan-seared salmon, roasted sweet potatoes, and seasoned chickpeas on a bed of sautéed greens. Packed with protein, fiber, and delicious flavors!
Ingredients
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- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 medium sweet potato, diced
- 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, drained
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 lemon, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss sweet potatoes, chickpeas, and bell peppers with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, tossing halfway through.
- Heat 1/2 tablespoon olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Season salmon with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Sear salmon skin-side down for 3-4 minutes, flip, and cook another 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a separate pan, sauté spinach with a pinch of salt until wilted.
- Plate the salmon with roasted vegetables and spinach. Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top.
Notes
- Swap spinach for kale or arugula for variety.
- Add a drizzle of tahini or yogurt sauce for extra creaminess.
- For meal prep, store in airtight containers and reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Healthy Meals, Meal Prep
- Method: Roasting, Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Healthy Eating
