Mediterranean Salmon
This Mediterranean Salmon recipe features a flavorful blend of herbs, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes that bring out the best in fresh salmon. It's a healthy, colorful, and quick meal that's perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- 1 baking dish
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 cutting board
- 1 aluminum foil
Ingredients
- 4 fillets salmon About 6 oz each.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 lemon lemon Zested and juiced.
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes Halved.
- ½ cup pitted Kalamata olives Sliced.
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes Chopped.
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Place the salmon fillets in a baking dish and brush them generously with the marinade.
- Scatter the cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and sun-dried tomatoes around the salmon in the baking dish.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Once cooked, remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Feel free to serve this salmon with a side of couscous or a mixed greens salad for a complete Mediterranean meal. Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the salmon fillets to ensure they are perfectly cooked. You can also substitute the salmon with other fish, such as tilapia or trout, if desired.