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Mediterranean Salmon with Lemon Sauce and Greek Topping Recipe

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3.8 from 13 reviews

This Mediterranean Salmon recipe features tender, oven-baked salmon filets topped with a fresh Greek-inspired mixture of cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, and herbs. The salmon is enhanced with a zesty lemon herb sauce, making it a flavorful and healthy dish perfect for a vibrant lunch or dinner.

  • Total Time: 29 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

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 (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: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (232 degrees C) to ensure it is hot enough to cook the salmon evenly and quickly.
  2. Make Lemon Sauce: In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, dried oregano, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to create a flavorful lemon herb sauce.
  3. Prepare Salmon: Brush both sides of each salmon filet generously with the prepared lemon sauce to infuse flavor and prevent drying during baking.
  4. Bake Salmon: Place the salmon filets skin-side down on a non-stick baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
  5. Prepare Greek Topping: While the salmon bakes, combine diced English cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped green onions, diced red onion, halved kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley in a medium bowl. Mix well to combine all flavors.
  6. Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven. Spoon the Greek topping over each piece of salmon while still warm. Serve immediately for best taste.

Notes

  • To grill instead of baking, preheat the grill to medium heat and brush salmon with the lemon sauce. Lightly oil the grill grates, then grill salmon skin-side down for 6-9 minutes per side or until it flakes easily and reaches 145 degrees F internally.
  • The lemon sauce can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours to enhance flavor.
  • For a lighter version, reduce the olive oil amount or use a low-fat cheese alternative instead of feta.
  • Ensure the internal temperature of salmon reaches 145°F for food safety.
  • Author: Amelia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Low Fat

Find it online: https://recipesvibe.com/mediterranean-salmon-with-lemon-sauce-and-greek-topping-recipe/