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Mediterranean Baked Salmon

Mediterranean Baked Salmon

This Mediterranean Baked Salmon is a vibrant, flavorful dish that transforms a simple fillet into a showstopper with minimal effort. Packed with fresh ingredients and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, it's perfect for any weeknight or casual gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 large bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin preferred
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional for serving)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, Kalamata olives, and red onion.
  3. Add parsley, dill, garlic, lemon zest, oregano, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the vegetables and toss gently.
  4. Pat the salmon fillets dry and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil.
  5. Spoon the vegetable mixture evenly over and around the salmon fillets.
  6. Bake for 12-18 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  7. Remove from the oven and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the dish. Garnish with extra parsley or dill and feta cheese if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Feel free to swap out vegetables based on availability. This dish is versatile and can be adapted to suit your taste.