Salmon with Mediterranean Salsa
Elevate your dinner table with this vibrant and healthy *Salmon with Mediterranean Salsa*! Perfectly baked salmon fillets are seasoned with olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic for a tender, flaky bite, while a zesty Mediterranean salsa made with diced cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, red onion, fresh parsley, mint, and crumbled feta cheese adds a burst of flavor and color. Packed with wholesome ingredients and ready in just 30 minutes, this dish combines protein-rich salmon with the refreshing tang of Mediterranean cuisine. Serve it over quinoa, rice, or alongside a crisp green salad for a delightful, well-rounded meal that's both nutritious and gourmet-worthy. Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing at gatherings, this recipe is a true crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 0.333 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
- 0.25 cup feta cheese, crumbled
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over the salmon. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 minced garlic clove.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
While the salmon is baking, prepare the Mediterranean salsa. In a medium bowl, combine the diced cherry tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, red onion, parsley, mint, and feta cheese.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to the salsa. Toss gently to combine.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes.
To serve, place a salmon fillet on a plate and spoon a generous amount of Mediterranean salsa over the top. Repeat for the remaining fillets.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Salmon with Mediterranean Salsa with a side of rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad, if desired!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2070 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.9 g | 190% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.1 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 4818 mg | 209% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 156.2 g | 312% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 459 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1193 mg | 25% | |
*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.
