Savory Mediterranean Salmon
A delightful dish combining tender salmon with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, perfect for family gatherings or any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Salmon Fillets
- 1 cup Rice (Basmati or Jasmine)
- 1 can Canned Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 pint Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup Black Olives, sliced
- 1 Lemon, juiced
- 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- Salt & Pepper, to taste
- Feta Cheese, crumbled (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large baking dish, combine rice, chickpeas, tomatoes, olives, lemon juice, oregano, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Place salmon fillets on top of the mixture, nesting them slightly into the rice.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily, and the rice is tender.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.
Notes
Best served with garlicky green beans or a fresh arugula salad. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/mediterranean-salmon/
