Description
Mediterranean salmon is a vibrant dish that combines flaky fish with zesty lemon and colorful roasted vegetables, bringing the essence of the Mediterranean to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (approximately 6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced thinly
- 1 tsp dried oregano (or fresh if available)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- 2. Prepare Your Vegetables: In a bowl, toss the halved cherry tomatoes and sliced zucchini with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano until well coated.
- 3. Season the Salmon: In another bowl, drizzle the remaining olive oil over the salmon fillets. Add fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Ensure each fillet is evenly seasoned.
- 4. Arrange Everything in the Baking Dish: Place the seasoned salmon fillets in the center of the baking dish. Surround them with the prepared vegetables.
- 5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- 6. Serve: Transfer to plates or serve directly from the baking dish, drizzling any pan juices over the top before enjoying!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with vegetables (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - Feel free to substitute salmon with trout or other fatty fish. - Experiment with different vegetables like asparagus or bell peppers for variety. - Marinating the salmon for at least 30 minutes before cooking can enhance flavor depth.