Basil & lemon chickpeas with mackerel

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Basil & lemon chickpeas with mackerel
25 min.
4
547kcal

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Looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that’s quick to prepare? Look no further than our Basil & Lemon Chickpeas with Mackerel! This vibrant dish is not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but it also boasts a remarkable health score of 100, making it a perfect choice for health-conscious food lovers.

Imagine the delightful combination of tender chickpeas infused with the zesty brightness of lemon and the aromatic freshness of basil. The chickpeas are lightly crushed and simmered with spring onions, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes, creating a hearty base that’s bursting with flavor. Topping it all off are perfectly pan-fried mackerel fillets, their crispy skin adding a satisfying texture to the dish.

Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner. With 547 calories per serving, it’s a balanced meal that provides a wonderful mix of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply enjoy a wholesome meal at home, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So grab your frying pan and let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • tbsp olive oil for drizzling
  • bunch spring onion sliced
  • large garlic clove crushed
  •  lemon zest 
  • 800 garbanzo beans drained and rinsed canned
  • 150 ml vegetable stock 
  • 85 tomatoes halved
  • fillet mackerel 
  • large bunch basil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • potato masher

Directions

  1. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large, shallow pan.
  2. Add the spring onions, garlic and lemon zest, then cook for 2 mins until the onions are tender but still very green.
  3. Add the chickpeas, then stir until well coated in the onion mixture. Lightly crush with a potato masher, then add the stock and tomatoes. Simmer for 3-4 mins or until the liquid is absorbed, then set aside to cool slightly.
  4. Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a large, non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Season the mackerel fillets on both sides and fry for 3 mins each side, starting on the skin side. Youll probably need to cook these in two batches.
  5. Add the basil and a squeeze of lemon juice to the chickpeas, then season to taste. To serve, spoon the warm chickpeas onto serving plates, drizzle with a little extra olive oil and top with the mackerel fillets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories547kcal
Protein32.54%
Fat46%
Carbs21.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
63.83
Glycemic Load
7.94
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
39.465652009715%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.14mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.78mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:547.31kcal
27.37%
Fat:27.89g
42.9%
Saturated Fat:5.69g
35.54%
Carbohydrates:29.27g
9.76%
Net Carbohydrates:19.85g
7.22%
Sugar:1.09g
1.21%
Cholesterol:79.9mg
26.63%
Sodium:853.72mg
37.12%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:44.39g
88.78%
Vitamin B12:7.48µg
124.67%
Vitamin D:15.47µg
103.13%
Selenium:66.21µg
94.58%
Manganese:1.73mg
86.54%
Vitamin B6:1.54mg
77.13%
Vitamin B3:14.59mg
72.96%
Vitamin B2:0.76mg
44.59%
Phosphorus:382.27mg
38.23%
Fiber:9.42g
37.67%
Potassium:1056.54mg
30.19%
Vitamin K:28.9µg
27.53%
Magnesium:106.83mg
26.71%
Iron:4.73mg
26.25%
Copper:0.49mg
24.65%
Vitamin E:3.38mg
22.53%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
17.8%
Zinc:2.61mg
17.38%
Folate:62.01µg
15.5%
Vitamin C:10.17mg
12.33%
Calcium:122.56mg
12.26%
Vitamin B5:1.17mg
11.72%
Vitamin A:557.89IU
11.16%