Sheet Pan Harissa-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Chickpeas

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Oven-roasted salmon fillets glazed with spicy harissa paired with crunchy roasted chickpeas for a flavorful, low-effort weeknight meal. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillets, harissa paste, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a bowl, toss 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Spread chickpeas on a large rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.
  2. Step 2: Place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down on the same baking sheet with chickpeas. Brush each fillet generously with 3 tablespoons harissa paste mixed with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season fillets with 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Step 3: Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and chickpeas are crispy.
  4. Step 4: Remove from oven and serve salmon and chickpeas with fresh lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Harissa-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Chickpeas take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Sheet Pan Harissa-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Chickpeas?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep harissa paste from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Harissa-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Chickpeas?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Sheet Pan Harissa-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Chickpeas for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Sheet Pan Harissa-Glazed Salmon with Roasted Chickpeas?

Mediterranean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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