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Baked Salmon with Lemon and Dill, Topped with Greek Salsa

Tender baked salmon fillets marinated with lemon,balsamic vinegar, and herbs, served with a creamy dill sauce and a fresh Greeksalsa. A light yet satisfying meal full of Mediterranean flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon:

  • 4 6 oz. wild salmon fish fillets or 1 large wild Alaskan salmon fillet
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon lemon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt

For the Dill Sauce:

  • ½ cup of Greek yogurt preferably nonfat for a lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise nonfat works great
  • 1 tablespoon chopped dill
  • 1 minced garlic clove or ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Greek Salsa Optional but Recommended:

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 3 tablespoons kalamata olives or regular, halved
  • ¼ cup chopped red onion
  • 2-3 tablespoons crumbled feta
  • ½ - 1 jalapeno seeded, deveined, minced (or a pinch of red pepper flakes)
  • ½ tablespoon chopped dill
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • ½ tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • ½ tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Marinate the Salmon: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, lemon pepper, dried oregano, garlic powder, sugar, and salt. Rub this mixture all over the salmon fillets, making sure they are evenly coated. Let the salmon marinate for at least 10 minutes while you prepare the dill sauce and salsa.
  • Bake the Salmon: Arrange the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cook in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fish easily flakes apart when tested with a fork.
  • Prepare the Dill Sauce: While the salmon is baking, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, chopped dill, garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, dried parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  • Make the Greek Salsa (Optional but Recommended): In a medium bowl, toss together the cherry tomatoes, chopped cucumber, kalamata olives, red onion, feta, jalapeno (or red pepper flakes), chopped dill, minced garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is well combined.
  • Serve: Serve the baked salmon with a generous drizzle of dill sauce and top with the Greek salsa if desired. Pair with a side of your choice, such as quinoa, rice, or roasted vegetables, for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcal
Keyword Mediterranean salmon
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