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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Seafood

    Mediterranean Salmon

    Published: Jun 23, 2016 · Modified: Dec 14, 2021 by Dannii · This post may contain affiliate links · 130 Comments

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    Diet: Gluten Free / Low Carb
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    Take all of the flavours of the Mediterranean and sprinkle them over some salmon fillets for a quick and easy Mediterranean Salmon meal that is ready in under 20 minutes. Flake and add to salads or sandwiches, or have with a side of roasted garlic potatoes.

    Two plates of topped salmon, one plate with broccoli and potatoes.

    The light and fresh flavours of the mediterranean are always a favourite of ours in the summer months and this Mediterranean salmon has it all. Olives, capers, fresh lemon, garlic, tomatoes, feta and fresh herbs all go in to making this wonderfully light meal that can be served with all of your favourite sides.

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    • Why you will love it
    • Ingredients needed
    • Step by step
    • Health benefits of salmon
    • How to choose salmon
    • What to serve with Mediterranean salmon?
    • FAQs
    • Extra tips
    • More salmon recipes
    • Recipe
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    Why you will love it

    • A delicious way to enjoy salmon
    • Great for feeding a crowd
    • Easy to adapt
    • Great with roasted potatoes or a big green salad

    Ingredients needed

    All the ingredients needed to make this recipe all laid out on a stone surface.
    • Salmon - We used salmon fillets, but you could use a whole side of salmon. This recipe works well with other fish too - cod, tilapia, pollack, hake or halibut would all be great for this recipe.
    • Olives and capers - Makes a nice salty topping - we used mixed olives, but any will do. Not everyone likes capers, so feel free to omit them.
    • Cherry tomatoes - Fresh is best - try to use vine ripened tomatoes.
    • Sun-dried tomatoes - We wanted this topping to be tomato heavy, so we added some sun-dried tomatoes too.
    • Garlic - Mediterranean dishes have to contain garlic!
    • Lemon - Freshens the topping up.
    • Feta - Adds a lovely creaminess to the topping.
    • Parsley - The perfect herb for fish. Dill and chives also compliment salmon extremely well.

    A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

    Step by step

    One: Mix all the topping ingredients in a bowl.

    Two photo collage of topping ingredients, before and after mixing.

    Two: Top the salmon fillets with the olive mixture and bake for 20 minutes.

    Two photo collage of topped salmon fillets on a baking tray, before and after cooking.

    Health benefits of salmon

    • It is one of the best sources of long chain omega-3 fatty acids, which have been proven to reduce inflammation and lower blood pressure. Children who regularly consume foods rich in Omega-3 have been shown in studies to have increased concentration levels and improved learning abilities.
    • Salmon is an excellent source of high quality protein - a 100g (3.5oz) portion contains 25g of protein.
    • Contains high amounts of B vitamins. These are good for repairing DNA and reducing the causes that can lead to heart disease. B vitamins also help maintain optimal brain and nervous system functioning.
    • Scientists are investigating the role fish consumption may have in protecting people from some cancers, Alzheimer’s disease, depression, asthma, diabetes, macular degeneration, high blood pressure and multiple sclerosis.
    • Contains antioxidants.
    Four uncooked salmon fillets on a wooden chopping board

    How to choose salmon

    When it comes to salmon, try to choose the best quality possible. Look out for fillets that look fresh and have a vibrant colour. Dull looking salmon will not be at its best. Also, if it smells overly fishy, that it is probably not very fresh.

    What to serve with Mediterranean salmon?

    If you want to save some time, then you can add some vegetables to the baking tray at the same time as the salmon and cook them all together. Make sure that they are softer vegetables that will cook at the same time as the salmon. If not, here are some delicious side dishes that will go well with:

    • Mediterranean Potato Salad
    • Cucumber Dill Salad
    • Cilantro Lime Rice
    • Greek Potatoes
    • Roasted Lemon Asparagus
    • Instand Pot Mashed Potatoes
    • No Mayo Coleslaw
    • Baked Carrot Fries
    • Easy Spanish Rice
    • Baked Polenta Fries
    • Mustard Potato Salad

    We served ours with some roasted potato slices, broccoli and salad. However, plain couscous or rice works well, as the salmon itself has a lot of flavour.

    A plate of salmon, broccoli and potatoes in front of another plate of salmon.

    FAQs

    Can you make it in advance?

    You can make the topping in advance and mix it all together and then it will keep in the fridge for a day. But it is best to cook the salmon in advance and then add the topping just before serving.

    How do you know when salmon is cooked?

    The cooked salmon should flake easily with a fork when it is cooked and to look at the salmon should be cooked all the way through. The fillet should still be a slightly translucent pink in the centre. If the centre is opaque, then it is probably overcooked. However, if the centre is completely translucent, it will need to be cooked longer. The best way to tell if it is fully cooked is to use a meat thermometer. Salmon should be cooked to 62°C.

    How to store Mediterranean salmon?

    This is all best made fresh (apart from the topping which can be made in advance and kept in the fridge). However, if you do have leftovers, then you can flake it all up and put in an air tight container and keep it in the fridge for 2 days. It goes nicely on a salad or in a sandwich/wrap.

    Do you have to use salmon?

    Whilst this is a salmon recipe, if you want to change things up a bit then you can use a different fish. Cod, tilapia, pollack, hake or halibut are a good substitution for salmon and go really well with the Mediterranean topping.

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    Extra tips

    • You can use frozen salmon fillets (that have been defrosted) and that will save some money as they are generally cheaper than buying fresh.
    • If you like your meals with a kick of spice, then add a sprinkling of red chilli flakes before serving.
    • You can swap the feta for stilton.
    • There is no need to remove the skin of the salmon. It has loads of nutritional benefits and leaving it on for cooking will keep the salmon moist too.

    More salmon recipes

    • Easy Salmon Curry
    • Seafood Lasagna
    • Salmon Fishcakes
    • Salmon Tacos with Avocado Cream

    If you’ve tried this recipe, let us know how you got on in the comments below.
    Tag us in your creations on Instagram @hungryhealthyhappy - Use the hashtag #hungryhealthyhappy too.

    Recipe

    Three fillets of topped Mediterranean salmon on a grey plate.

    Mediterranean Salmon

    Take all of the flavours of the Mediterranean and sprinkle them over some salmon fillets for a quick and easy Mediterranean Salmon meal.
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    Gluten Free
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    5 from 3 votes
    Author: Dannii
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    Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine: British
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
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    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 254kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 480 g Salmon fillet
    • 12 g Capers - chopped
    • 40 g Sun-dried tomatoes - chopped
    • 90 g Cherry tomatoes - chopped
    • 75 g mixed olives - sliced
    • 10 g Fresh parsley - chopped
    • 1 Lemon - juice only
    • 2 Garlic clove - crushed
    • 65 g Feta - crumbled

    Instructions

    • Preheat you oven to 220°C/425°F/Gas 7.
    • Mix all of the topping ingredients together.
    • Top the salmon fillets with the topping mixture.
    • Bake in for 20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.

    Notes

    • You can use frozen salmon fillets (that have been defrosted) and that will save some money as they are generally cheaper than buying fresh.
    • If you like your meals with a kick of spice, then add a sprinkling of red chilli flakes before serving.
    • You can swap the feta for stilton.
    • There is no need to remove the skin of the salmon. It has loads of nutritional benefits and leaving it on for cooking will keep the salmon moist too.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1portion | Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 638mg | Potassium: 1041mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 598IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 128mg | Iron: 3mg
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

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    Comments

    1. Donna

      April 15, 2021 at 10:08 pm

      5 stars
      Just tried this. SO good! I served it on some baby greens. Had to swap feta for shaved parmesan as I was out of feta but it still tastes fabulous! Yay, another recipe to add to the que.

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      • Dannii

        April 16, 2021 at 1:14 pm

        so happy that you enjoyed it. Using parmesan sounds delicious too.

        Reply
    2. Annie @ The Garlic Diaries

      July 01, 2016 at 11:32 pm

      This salmon looks SO amazing and flavorful, Dannii! I love stuff like this, so I'll definitely have to try it out!

      Reply
      • Dannii

        July 02, 2016 at 10:40 am

        It's so easy to make too.

        Reply
    3. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom

      July 01, 2016 at 1:48 pm

      oh my goodness, how did I miss this one?! I LOVE salmon and can't wait to try this olive and sundried tomato topping! looks delicious!!!

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      • Dannii

        July 02, 2016 at 10:49 am

        I hope you enjoy it :D

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    4. cheri

      June 29, 2016 at 2:34 pm

      This looks heavenly Dannii, can never have enough salmon recipes.

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      • Dannii

        July 01, 2016 at 8:38 am

        Us too! Salmon is so simple to cook.

        Reply
    5. shobha

      June 28, 2016 at 3:30 am

      This is very nice recipe.. hubby dear loves salmon. I will make it for him.

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      • Dannii

        June 28, 2016 at 8:43 am

        I hope he enjoys it :)

        Reply
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