Description
This flavorful Salmon with Olive Tapenade dish offers a perfect balance of tender baked salmon topped with a zesty blend of olive tapenade, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh parsley. Easy to prepare and ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner, it combines Mediterranean flavors with simple ingredients to create a deliciously satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 1.5 lbs salmon fillet
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Tapenade Topping
- 1/2 cup olive tapenade
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Place the salmon fillet on a sheet pan. Massage the olive oil evenly over the surface of the salmon. Drizzle with freshly squeezed lemon juice and sprinkle with dried oregano to enhance the flavor.
- Bake the Salmon: Transfer the sheet pan to a cold oven and then set the oven temperature to 400° F. Bake the salmon for 20 minutes until it is flaky and fully cooked, reaching an internal temperature of 125º F for perfect doneness.
- Make the Tapenade Mixture: While the salmon is baking, combine the olive tapenade, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley in a bowl. Stir well to blend the flavors together.
- Serve: Once the salmon is cooked, plate it and generously top with the olive tapenade mixture. Serve immediately for a vibrant and satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh oregano for dried if preferred, but use more as the flavor is milder.
- Ensure the salmon is not overcooked to maintain its moist, tender texture.
- Use high-quality olive tapenade for the best flavor impact.
- Leftover tapenade mixture can be used as a spread on bread or crackers.
