Description
This Savory Mediterranean Salmon Bake is a flavorful, colorful, and healthy dinner option that combines fresh salmon fillets with a medley of vibrant vegetables like cherry tomatoes, zucchini, red onion, and bell pepper. Baked together with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and fresh parsley, this dish offers a perfect balance of richness, zest, and herbal aroma, making it ideal for a simple yet elegant weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 4 pieces salmon fillets (6 oz each), fresh, wild-caught
Vegetables
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 1 large bell pepper, diced (any color)
Seasonings & Extras
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures the oven is hot and ready, which helps the salmon and vegetables cook evenly and get a lovely roasted finish.
- Prepare salmon on the baking sheet: Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spreading them out so each piece has space. This prevents overcrowding and promotes even cooking and browning.
- Mix vegetables with seasonings: In a bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced zucchini, red onion, and diced bell pepper. Add olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper, then toss gently until all vegetables are well coated with the aromatic mixture.
- Arrange vegetables around salmon: Scatter the prepared vegetable mixture evenly around the salmon fillets on the baking sheet. Drizzle the lemon juice over the entire dish to add a bright, zesty flavor that complements both fish and vegetables.
- Bake the dish: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. The salmon should flake easily with a fork, and the vegetables should be tender and slightly roasted.
- Finish with fresh parsley: Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the salmon and vegetables for a vibrant, herbal finish that enhances both aroma and taste.
Notes
- For best flavor, choose fresh, wild-caught salmon fillets.
- You can use any color bell pepper depending on your preference or what you have on hand.
- Make sure to space out the salmon fillets on the baking sheet to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more lemon juice or garlic if desired.
- This dish pairs well with a side of couscous, quinoa, or crusty bread.