Mediterranean Salmon Fillets

Mediterranean salmon fillets are a tasty and colorful dish that embraces the flavors and aromas typical of the Mediterranean coast. Here is the recipe to prepare this delicious dish.

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets (about 150 g each)
• 2 ripe tomatoes, diced
• Pitted black olives, to taste
• Capers, to taste
• 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Aromatic herbs such as thyme or oregano, if desired

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 200 °C.
2. In a pan, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and sauté the chopped garlic until it becomes golden.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, olives, and capers. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
4. Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and the aromatic herbs of your choice, then add the lemon juice and mix well.
5. Place the salmon fillets in a lightly oiled baking dish and distribute the Mediterranean sauce over the fillets.
6. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked but still moist inside.
7. At the end of cooking, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the salmon fillets.
8. Serve the Mediterranean salmon fillets hot, accompanied, if desired, by a side of roasted potatoes or a fresh salad.

Curiosity

Salmon is a fish well appreciated for its delicate flavor and texture. The addition of ingredients such as tomatoes, olives, and capers introduces a contrast of flavors that enhances the sweetness of the fish, creating a balanced dish rich in nutrients. The use of aromatic herbs such as thyme or oregano adds an aromatic touch that perfectly matches the taste of salmon and Mediterranean condiments.