🌶️ Mediterranean Bang Bang Salmon 

Rich salmon fillets topped with a creamy yogurt-based Mediterranean “Bang Bang” sauce (lighter than the classic mayo version).


Ingredients

For the Salmon

  • 4–6 salmon fillets

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • ½ tsp chili flakes

  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Mediterranean Bang Bang Sauce (light + creamy)

  • 3 tbsp Greek yogurt

  • 2 tbsp tahini or light mayo

  • 1½ tbsp honey

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

  • 1–2 tsp Harissa paste or sriracha (spice level optional)

  • 1 clove garlic, grated

  • Salt to taste

For Garnish

  • Chopped parsley or green onions

  • Extra lemon wedges


🧑‍🍳 Instructions

1. Marinate the Salmon

  1. In a bowl mix: olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, chili flakes, salt & pepper.

  2. Rub mixture onto salmon fillets.

  3. Let rest for 10–15 minutes.


2. Make the Mediterranean Bang Bang Sauce

Whisk together:

Greek yogurt + tahini + honey + olive oil + lemon juice + harissa + garlic + salt.
Adjust spice level as you like.


3. Cook the Salmon

Option A — Grill (best flavor!)

  1. Heat grill pan or outdoor grill.

  2. Cook salmon 3–4 min each side until golden and slightly charred.

Option B — Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

  2. Bake salmon for 12–15 minutes, until flaky.

Option C — Air Fryer

  • 200°C (390°F) for 8–10 minutes.


4. Assemble

  1. Place the cooked salmon on a platter.

  2. Generously drizzle the Bang Bang sauce over the top.

  3. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions.

  4. Serve warm.


🍽️ Serving Ideas (Mediterranean Style)

  • Lemon herb couscous

  • Roasted vegetables (zucchini, peppers, eggplant)

  • Greek salad

  • Garlic yogurt dip

  • Warm pita

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