🐟 Mediterranean Lemon Garlic Salmon

🍽️ What Is Mediterranean Lemon Garlic Salmon?

This dish features salmon fillets baked in a marinade of olive oil, garlic, lemon, herbs, and tomatoes, creating a juicy, flaky, bright-flavored meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

For the Salmon

• 2–3 salmon fillets

• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 large lemon (juice + slices)

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp dried oregano (or 1 tbsp fresh)

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• Salt & black pepper (to taste)

  

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• 8–10 cherry tomatoes

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Make the Marinade

In a bowl, mix:

• olive oil

• lemon juice

• minced garlic

• paprika

• oregano

• thyme

• salt & pepper

  

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Whisk together.

2. Prepare the Salmon

• Place salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking tray.

• Pour the marinade over the salmon.

• Add lemon slices on top.

• Scatter cherry tomatoes around the fillets.

3. Bake

• Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F.

• Bake for 12–15 minutes (depending on thickness).

• Salmon should be flaky and moist.

4. Garnish & Serve

• Sprinkle with fresh parsley.

• Serve with:

  

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  • Couscous

  • Greek salad

  • Roasted vegetables

  • Garlic rice

✨ Chef Tips

• Don’t overbake—salmon tastes best when juicy.

• Add olives or capers for extra Mediterranean flavor.

• Replace salmon with chicken breast if you prefer.