Mediterranean Salmon with Olives and Tomatoes Recipe
Mediterranean salmon with olives and tomatoes feels like a vacation on a plate, minus the overpriced flight and terrible airplane snacks.
Juicy cherry tomatoes burst with sweetness while briny olives crash the party like drama queens, and salmon quietly steals the spotlight.
The garlic, herbs, and lemon unite like a power squad, ensuring your dinner tastes fancy with very little actual effort.
This dish screams elegance without the exhausting hours of prep, so you can still binge-watch your show guilt-free afterward.
Mediterranean Salmon with Olives and Tomatoes Recipe
A quick Mediterranean-inspired salmon baked with juicy tomatoes, briny olives, garlic, and herbs for a flavorful, wholesome main dish.
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place salmon fillets on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Scatter tomatoes, olives, and garlic around salmon.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice evenly.
- Sprinkle oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bake for 16–18 minutes, until salmon flakes easily.
- Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 410
- Total Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 39g
Vitamins and Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin D: 55%
- Vitamin C: 25%
- Vitamin A: 20%
- Iron: 12%
- Potassium: 28%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Swap salmon with tofu or tempeh for a full vegan version.
- Serve with crusty bread or quinoa for extra satisfaction.
- Add capers for more briny goodness.
