🌶️ 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
In a bowl mix: olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, chili flakes, salt & pepper.
Rub mixture onto salmon fillets.
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!)
Heat grill pan or outdoor grill.
Cook salmon 3–4 min each side until golden and slightly charred.
Option B — Bake
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
Bake salmon for 12–15 minutes, until flaky.
Option C — Air Fryer
200°C (390°F) for 8–10 minutes.
4. Assemble
Place the cooked salmon on a platter.
Generously drizzle the Bang Bang sauce over the top.
Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions.
Serve warm.
🍽️ Serving Ideas (Mediterranean Style)
Lemon herb couscous
Roasted vegetables (zucchini, peppers, eggplant)
Greek salad
Garlic yogurt dip
Warm pita
