Mediterranean Diet Perfectly Seasoned Baked Salmon
Elevate your dinner routine with this Mediterranean Diet Perfectly Seasoned Baked Salmon, a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s bursting with fresh flavors. This recipe features tender salmon fillets infused with a zesty blend of lemon juice, garlic, and classic Mediterranean herbs like oregano, thyme, and rosemary. Surrounding the salmon, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and red onions roast to juicy perfection, creating a beautiful medley of color and taste. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy, one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley and paired with wholesome sides like a crisp green salad or roasted vegetables, it’s a heart-healthy, flavor-packed addition to your Mediterranean-inspired repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, juiced and zested Lemon
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried rosemary
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cup, pitted and sliced Kalamata olives
- 0.5 medium, thinly sliced Red onion
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and pepper.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the salmon fillets generously with the olive oil mixture, ensuring each fillet is well-coated.
Spread the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced kalamata olives, and thinly sliced red onions evenly around the salmon on the baking sheet.
Drizzle any remaining olive oil mixture over the vegetables.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from the oven and let rest for a couple of minutes.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Serve immediately with a side of your choice, such as a simple green salad or roasted vegetables, for a complete Mediterranean meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
442 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 716 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 156 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
