SEARED SALMON WITH SMOKY SQUASH SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
• In a small bowl, combine the garlic, maple syrup, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• Brush the marinade over the salmon fillets. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge for 1 hour.
• In a medium bowl, combine the chickpeas, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the smoked paprika, turmeric, pepper, cumin, salt, cayenne, and cinnamon. Toss to combine. Set aside.
• Add the butternut squash and sweet potatoes to a baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Bake for 1 hour, or until the vegetables are soft.
• Pour the spiced chickpeas onto a second sheet pan and spread out into an even layer. Toss to coat. Bake for 40 minutes, or until chickpeas are browned and crispy.
• In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine the tahini, maple syrup, garlic, lemon juice, remaining ¼ cup of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Whisk well.
• In a large bowl, add the chopped kale, roasted squash and sweet potatoes, barley, roasted chickpeas, shallot, pecans, and tahini dressing. Toss to combine.
• Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat. In batches, sear the salmon skin-side down for 3 minutes, then flip and cook on the other side for 3 minutes.
• Arrange the salad on a platter and top with the seared salmon.
• Enjoy!