Mediterranean Poached Cod with Zesty Chickpea & Herb Salad

Ingredients

• 2 each Cod fillets
• 3 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 whole Lemon
• 1 each Garlic clove
• 1 can Canned chickpeas
• 0.5 cup Cucumber
• 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup Red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoon Red onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoon Fresh mint
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chickpea & Herb Salad: In a medium bowl, combine the rinsed and drained chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, finely diced red onion, chopped parsley, chopped mint, and chopped dill.
2. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the juice from half a lemon, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the chickpea salad and toss gently to combine. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
3. Poach the Cod: In a large, shallow pan or skillet, add the vegetable broth and the remaining half lemon, sliced. Bring the broth to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Do not let it boil vigorously.
4. Gently place the cod fillets into the simmering broth. Ensure they are mostly submerged. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and poach for 6-8 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking time may vary based on fillet thickness.
5. Carefully remove the poached cod fillets from the broth using a slotted spatula. Serve each cod fillet immediately, placing it on a generous bed of the Mediterranean Chickpea & Herb Salad.

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