Sheet Pan Harissa-Spiced Salmon with Roasted Chickpeas and Bell Peppers

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Oven-roasted salmon fillets coated in smoky harissa, paired with crispy roasted chickpeas and sweet bell peppers for an easy one-pan meal. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 28 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, harissa paste, divided 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: 18 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper. In a bowl, toss 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Spread chickpeas evenly on one side of the sheet pan. On the other side, place 1 sliced large red bell pepper and 1 sliced large yellow bell pepper. Drizzle peppers with 1 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with remaining 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp harissa paste with 1 tbsp olive oil. Brush this harissa mixture evenly over 4 salmon fillets and place them skin-side down on the sheet pan among the vegetables.
  4. Step 4: Roast everything in the oven for 15-18 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, chickpeas are crispy, and bell peppers are tender. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Harissa-Spiced Salmon with Roasted Chickpeas and Bell Peppers take to make?

Total time is about 28 minutes (10 min prep + 18 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-Spiced Salmon with Roasted Chickpeas and Bell Peppers?

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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Harissa-Spiced Salmon with Roasted Chickpeas and Bell Peppers?

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-Spiced Salmon with Roasted Chickpeas and Bell Peppers 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-Spiced Salmon with Roasted Chickpeas and Bell Peppers?

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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