Mediterranean Salmon (Baked, Lemon Oregano)
This Mediterranean Salmon is baked with garlic, lemon, oregano, and olive oil for a light, flavorful dinner that comes together in under 25 minutes. It’s simple, healthy, and perfect for a weeknight meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 536kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lb salmon either a whole fillet or 4 (6oz) portions
- ½ cup dill chopped, about a half of a bunch
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small shallot finely chopped, about 3 tablespoons
- 2 tbsps lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 garlic cloves finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Sauce For Top
- ⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 3 tbsps lemon juice from one lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425℉.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine the dill, olive oil, shallot, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic cloves, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper. Set aside.½ cup dill, ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1 small shallot, 2 tbsps lemon juice, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 2 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Place the salmon on the baking sheet, skin side down. Pat dry with paper towels. Spread the sauce over the salmon making sure to spread the sauce on the sides of the salmon as well.1 ½ lb salmon
- Bake until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, 8-12 minutes. Use an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part. The fillet should register between 120° and 130° for medium-rare.
- When the salmon is done, place the salmon on a plate.
- Prepare the topping by combining the olive oil, dried oregano, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Spoon the sauce over the top of the salmon and serve.
Notes
Store the leftover salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. You can bake and freeze the salmon. Defrost the salmon in the refrigerator overnight and reheat in a pan. Avoid using the microwave as it can dry out the salmon.
Leftover salmon is delicious! Enjoy the salmon flaked into a salad, topping a grain bowl, or made into a salmon dip.
I love this leftover salmon eaten cold the next day!
Nutrition
Calories: 536kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 42g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 27g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 666mg | Potassium: 939mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 607IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg
