Description
Mediterranean Salmon is a delightful and healthy dish that brings the vibrant flavors of summer to your table in just 15 minutes. This mouthwatering recipe features flaky salmon fillets topped with a refreshing medley of cherry tomatoes, olives, cucumbers, and herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings, it’s not only quick and easy but also packed with omega-3 fatty acids and essential vitamins. Impress your guests or simply enjoy a wholesome meal at home with this versatile dish that pairs beautifully with salads, grains, or crusty bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (5–6 ounces each)
- Fresh oregano
- Garlic cloves
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Cherry tomatoes
- Green California ripe olives
- English cucumber
- Fresh parsley
- Fresh basil
- Feta cheese
Instructions
- Season the salmon by combining it in a bowl with oregano, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Cook the salmon skin side down for about 5 minutes; flip and cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until cooked through.
- While cooking, mix together cherry tomatoes, olives, cucumber, parsley, basil, feta cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Serve the cooked salmon on a platter topped generously with the Mediterranean mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg