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Mediterranean Salmon with Lemon-Olive Herb Glaze and Greek Vegetable Topping Recipe

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This Mediterranean Salmon recipe is a light and flavorful dish featuring tender salmon filets brushed with a zesty olive oil and lemon glaze. Topped with a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables, kalamata olives, tangy feta cheese, and fresh herbs, it brings classic Mediterranean flavors together in a healthy, simple-to-make baked meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Salmon

  • 4 Salmon Filets

Lemon Sauce

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lemon plus 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Greek Topping

  • 1/2 English cucumber, diced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 4-5 green onions, chopped (both green and white parts)
  • 1/4 cup red onion, diced
  • 1 cup kalamata olives, halved
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s thoroughly heated for baking the salmon.
  2. Prepare Lemon Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried oregano, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Brush Salmon: Generously brush each salmon filet with the lemon sauce on both sides to infuse the fish with bright, herby flavors.
  4. Bake Salmon: Place the salmon filets skin-side down on a non-stick baking sheet. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  5. Combine Greek Topping: While the salmon bakes, mix the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, green onions, red onion, kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley in a medium bowl.
  6. Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and top each filet with a generous spoonful of the vibrant Greek topping. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Grilling Option: You can grill the salmon as an alternative. Preheat grill to medium heat and oil the grates lightly. Brush fish with lemon sauce and grill skin-side down for 6-9 minutes per side, until it flakes easily and internal temperature reaches 145°F. Top with Greek topping before serving.
  • Make sure not to overcook the salmon to maintain its moist and tender texture.
  • The lemon sauce can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for extra convenience.
  • Use fresh herbs whenever possible to enhance flavor.

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