Mediterranean Baked Salmon with Olives and Tomatoes Recipes

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Rest Time 5 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Cooking Method:
Cuisine:
Courses: ,
Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 200  C
Servings: 4
Best Season: All Seasons
Description

Mediterranean Baked Salmon with Olives and Tomatoes is a healthy, flavor-packed dish made with tender salmon fillets, juicy cherry tomatoes, briny olives, olive oil, garlic, and aromatic herbs. This easy oven-baked recipe delivers restaurant-quality results while staying light, nutritious, and perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners.

Ingredients
    For the Salmon Base
  • 4 pieces salmon fillets (150–180 g each, skin on or skinless)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
  • 0 tsp 0.5 black pepper (freshly ground)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
    • For the Mediterranean Topping
  • 1 cup 1.5 cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 0 cup 0.75 Kalamata olives (pitted, halved)
  • 3 cloves garlic (finely minced)
  • 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tbsp capers (optional but recommended)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
    • For Garnish
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
    Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 200°C. Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
    2. Season the Salmon
  2. 2
    Pat the salmon fillets dry using a paper towel. Place them in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle olive oil evenly over the fillets, then season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and dried oregano. Gently rub the seasoning into the salmon to ensure even flavor.
    3. Prepare the Mediterranean Topping
  3. 3
    In a mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, olives, garlic, red onion, capers, olive oil, and lemon juice. Toss everything together until well coated and glossy.
    4. Assemble the Dish
  4. 4
    Spoon the tomato and olive mixture generously over and around the salmon fillets. Make sure each piece of salmon gets a good amount of topping so the flavors infuse while baking.
    5. Bake the Salmon
  5. 5
    Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 18–22 minutes, depending on the thickness of the salmon. The salmon should be opaque, flaky, and moist when done.
    6. Rest and Finish
  6. 6
    Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 3–5 minutes. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top and serve with lemon wedges for extra brightness.
Note
  • You can substitute Kalamata olives with green olives if preferred.
  • For extra richness, add thin lemon slices on top before baking.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • This dish pairs beautifully with couscous, rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
  • Avoid overbaking to keep the salmon moist and tender.
Keywords: healthy dinner, Mediterranean salmon, easy baked salmon, quick seafood recipe
Read it online: https://petitepanini.com/recipe/mediterranean-baked-salmon-with-olives-and-tomatoes-recipes/