🌿 Mediterranean Baked Salmon with Feta & Sun-Dried Tomatoes
⭐ Description
Tender salmon fillets are baked with extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs, then finished with creamy feta and fresh lemon. This dish is simple yet elegant—perfect for weeknights or special dinners.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4)
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4 salmon fillets (about 5–6 oz / 150–170 g each)
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3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed preferred)
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½ tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp dried thyme
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¼ tsp paprika
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Salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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Zest of 1 lemon
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2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese
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2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Lightly grease a baking dish or line with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Season the Salmon
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Pat salmon dry and place in the baking dish.
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Drizzle with olive oil.
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Sprinkle with garlic, oregano, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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Add lemon zest and sun-dried tomatoes evenly over the fillets.
3️⃣ Bake
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Bake uncovered for 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until salmon flakes easily with a fork.
4️⃣ Add Feta & Finish
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Remove from oven and sprinkle feta cheese over the salmon.
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Return to oven for 2–3 minutes, just until feta softens.
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Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and garnish with herbs.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
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Serve with Mediterranean orzo salad, quinoa, or couscous
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Pair with roasted vegetables (zucchini, asparagus, cherry tomatoes)
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Enjoy with warm whole-grain pita or crusty bread
🌟 Tips & Variations
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Creamy option: Add a few spoonfuls of Greek yogurt mixed with lemon before baking
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Spicy kick: Sprinkle with red pepper flakes or drizzle harissa
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Low-carb: Serve over sautéed spinach or cauliflower rice
