Speedy Salmon & ‘Nduja Chickpeas
Inspired by sun-drenched Mediterranean evenings, this Speedy Salmon & ‘Nduja Chickpeas brings vibrant flavour to your routine. You'll easily create this protein powerhouse combining flaky salmon with a fiery 'nduja kick through heart-healthy chickpeas and olive tang. A perfect, swift weeknight triumph added right to your meal plan.
Ingredients
fresh basil5 g
salt1 pinch
garlic cloves2 clove
extra virgin olive oil2 tbsp
salmon fillets2 whole
chickpeas240 g
kalamata olives12 g
cherry tomatoes200 g
shallot1 whole
nduja paste1 tbsp
spinach100 g
lemon1 whole
black pepper1 pinch
Instructions
Chef's Tips
For extra flavour, use chorizo instead of ‘Nduja paste.
Prepare Ingredients
Finely mince the garlic cloves and finely chop the shallot. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Halve the Kalamata olives.
Sauté Aromatics
Heat 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallot and sauté for 2 minutes until they begin to soften.
Cook Vegetables and Add Flavour Base
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the pan and continue to cook for 5 minutes until they start to blister and soften. Stir in the nduja paste until combined.
Build the Chickpea Mixture
Tip in the drained chickpeas, halved olives, and fresh spinach. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for another 4 minutes until the spinach has wilted.
Season and Finish the Base
Tear a handful of fresh basil leaves and add them to the chickpea mixture. Squeeze in fresh lemon juice to your taste preference. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Prepare and Sear the Salmon
In a separate frying pan, heat a little extra virgin olive oil over a medium-high heat. Season the salmon fillet all over with salt and black pepper. Place the salmon skin-side down in the hot pan and sear for 4 minutes until the skin is crispy.
Finish Cooking the Salmon
Carefully flip the salmon fillet and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through to your liking.
Assemble and Serve
Spoon the chickpea mixture onto serving plates. Place the cooked salmon fillet on top of the chickpeas and garnish with some extra fresh basil leaves before serving immediately.
