Description
Juicy Salmon with Vibrant Mediterranean Ingredients
This Mediterranean salmon recipe features a perfectly seared salmon fillet, topped with a mixture of fresh herbs, olives, tomatoes, and a zesty dressing. It’s light, flavorful, and packed with healthy fats and protein.
Ingredients
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4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
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2 tbsp olive oil, divided
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
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1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
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1 cucumber, diced
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1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Rub the salmon fillets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic powder.
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Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the salmon fillets in the skillet, skin-side down, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the skin is crispy.
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Flip the fillets and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 7-10 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
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While the salmon cooks, prepare the Mediterranean topping by combining cherry tomatoes, olives, red onion, cucumber, feta, and parsley in a bowl.
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Once the salmon is cooked, remove from the oven and drizzle with lemon juice.
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Top each salmon fillet with the Mediterranean mixture and serve immediately.
Notes
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Serve with roasted vegetables, quinoa, or a side of rice for a more filling meal.
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For extra flavor, drizzle with a bit of extra virgin olive oil or balsamic glaze.
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This recipe also works great with other fish, such as trout or sea bass.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g