A bright, flavorful, heart-healthy Mediterranean dish featuring flaky baked salmon topped with tomatoes, olives, herbs, lemon, and creamy feta. It’s quick, nourishing, and packed with omega-3s, protein, and classic Mediterranean flavors. Perfect for weeknights or meal prep.
🍽️ Ingredients (Serves 2–4)
For the Salmon
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2–4 salmon fillets
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1–2 tbsp olive oil
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Salt & black pepper
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1 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves minced
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1 tsp paprika
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Juice of ½ lemon
Mediterranean Topping
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
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¼ cup kalamata olives, sliced
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2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
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¼–⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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1 tsp dried oregano
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1–2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
🔥 Instructions
1. Prep the salmon
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Place salmon fillets on a baking dish.
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Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
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Rub seasoning all over the fillets.
2. Make the Mediterranean topping
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In a bowl, combine tomatoes, red onion, olives, parsley/basil, feta, olive oil, lemon juice, and oregano.
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Mix lightly so tomatoes don’t break down.
3. Assemble
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Spoon the Mediterranean mixture generously over each salmon fillet.
4. Bake
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Bake for 12–15 minutes (depending on thickness),
or until salmon is flaky and tender.
5. Serve
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Garnish with extra parsley, a squeeze of fresh lemon, and more feta if desired.
Serve with:
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quinoa or couscous
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roasted vegetables
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Greek salad
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whole grain pita
⭐ Tips & Variations
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Add capers for extra Mediterranean brine.
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Replace salmon with cod or halibut.
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Add spinach or artichokes to the topping.
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Use sun-dried tomatoes instead of fresh for a deeper flavor.
❓ Q/A Section
Q1: Can I make this in an air fryer?
Yes! Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 10–12 minutes. Add the topping halfway.
Q2: Can I prep this ahead?
Yes—season the salmon and prep the topping separately.
Combine and bake when ready.
Q3: Can I make this dairy-free?
Yes—just omit the feta or replace it with dairy-free feta.
Q4: How do I know the salmon is cooked?
It should easily flake with a fork and reach 145°F (63°C) internal temperature.
