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Baked Mediterranean Salmon Recipe

Escape to the Mediterranean with this vibrant and healthy baked salmon recipe! Flaky salmon fillets are coated in a fragrant herb and lemon mixture, then baked to perfection. This recipe is incredibly versatile – easily substitute fresh tuna for the salmon and enjoy the same delicious flavors. A quick, easy, and impressive weeknight meal!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 265.4 kcal
Protein 47g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Mediterranean Salmon

  • Diced Tomato
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Red Wine Vinegar
  • Kalamata Olive
  • Red Onion
  • Capers
  • Garlic Cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 1/2 lbs salmon fillet
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • fresh lemon slices
  • fresh parsley

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How to Make Baked Mediterranean Salmon

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Place 1-1.5 lbs salmon fillet (or tuna steak) in a baking dish.
  4. Pour the herb and lemon mixture evenly over the salmon/tuna.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and parsley before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

11g

Carbs

2g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Seafood Salmon Recipes Tuna Recipes European Mediterranean Healthy Gluten Free Keto Paleo Baking

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Main Dish Seafood Easy European Salmon Fish Dietary Saltwater Fish 3 Steps Or Less