CHICKPEA, SALMON AND ARUGULA SALAD

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For a quick and tasty meal that's ready in only 30 minutes, add baked salmon to a fresh salad made with chickpeas, arugula, herbs and olives. Top with our zesty homemade Dijon dressing.

Provided by By Paula Kittelson

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cans (15 oz each) Progresso™ chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained, rinsed
1/3 cup chopped pitted kalamata olives
4 radishes, halved, sliced
1 medium shallot, chopped
2 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 cups arugula
1/3 cup olive oil
Grated peel of 1 lemon
4 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 teaspoons agave nectar or honey
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Line cookie sheet with cooking parchment paper. Remove skin from salmon and bones if necessary. Pat salmon dry with paper towels; place on cookie sheet. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon oil.
  • Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, toss together remaining salad ingredients except arugula. In small bowl, mix 1/3 cup oil, the lemon peel, lemon juice, vinegar, agave nectar and mustard with whisk until well blended. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour dressing over chickpea mixture; stir to combine. Stir in arugula. Use 2 forks to flake salmon into bite-size pieces. Add salmon to salad; toss gently. Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

Elijah Ayala
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I love that this salad is so easy to make. It's a great option for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Jana Beller
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect meal for a hot summer day.


Luban Decent
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I'm not a big fan of arugula, but I loved this salad. The lemon-tahini dressing really mellows out the arugula's bitterness.


Rabby Mirdha
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover salmon. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight.


Ava Wilson
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always delicious. I love that it's so versatile - I can add or remove ingredients depending on what I have on hand.


Naya Tufan50
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Nomatter Ndlovu
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I love the way the lemon-tahini dressing brightens up the flavors in this salad.


Mohamed Mahmoud
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This is one of my favorite go-to recipes. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Tanchhohang Limbu
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I made this salad for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaint.


Yama Yamani
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This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover salmon.


Hammed Waheed
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few ingredients, but they all come together to create a really delicious and satisfying meal.


Hydr Lamy
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and vegetables. It's also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Ari Baby Cupcake
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook salmon, and this recipe definitely delivered. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the salad was so light and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Abubakar Hussaini ahmad
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This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of chickpeas, salmon, and arugula is so refreshing and flavorful. I also love the addition of the lemon-tahini dressing. It really brings all the flavors together.