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Plate of Mediterranean Salmon with herbs and vegetables

Mediterranean Salmon

A quick and easy salmon dish topped with fresh Mediterranean ingredients, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets (about 6 oz each), skin on or off
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided Use extra-virgin for more flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
For the Topping
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup green olives, sliced Substitute kalamata olives if preferred.
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced Seed if very watery.
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped Substitute dill or mint for a different twist.
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled Optional; for milder option use goat cheese.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat salmon dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and oregano.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add salmon fillets to the pan, skin-side down if present. Do not move them. Sear for 4 to 5 minutes to crisp the skin.
  4. Flip the fillets and cook another 3 to 5 minutes until desired doneness, checking with an instant-read thermometer.
Topping
  1. While the salmon cooks, combine cherry tomatoes, olives, cucumber, parsley, basil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a bowl. Toss gently.
  2. Taste the topping and adjust salt and lemon as needed before serving.
Serving
  1. Remove salmon from the pan, let rest for 1 minute, then spoon the topping generously over each fillet.
  2. Scatter crumbled feta over the plated fish, if using, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

For best results, dry the salmon before seasoning and let it rest after cooking. Pair with sides like herbed couscous, green salad, or roasted potatoes.

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