Description
Mediterranean Baked Salmon With Feta & Sun-dried Tomatoes is a vibrant and flavorful dish that transports your taste buds straight to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean. This easy-to-make recipe features tender salmon fillets topped with a delightful mixture of crumbled feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this healthy meal is not only packed with omega-3 fatty acids but also bursts with rich flavors. Pair it with fresh salads or grains for a complete dining experience that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced olives (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, olives (if using), olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in a baking dish. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon the topping mixture evenly over the salmon fillets.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil to keep moisture in and bake for 15 minutes.
- Remove the foil and continue baking for another 10 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 85mg