Mediterranean Salmon with Herbs

Name: Mediterranean Salmon with Herbs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs salmon fillets (skin-on), patted dry; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tbsp lemon zest; 1/2 lemon, sliced; 2 tbsp capers (drained)

Pan-seared salmon fillets topped with a bright Mediterranean herb mixture and served with lemon. A trending dinner that's elegant, healthy, and on the table in under 30 minutes.

27 minEasyServes 4380 cal/serving

MediterraneanDinnerStovetopPaleoWhole30Gluten-Free

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs salmon fillets (skin-on), patted dry
3 tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp lemon zest
1/2 lemon, sliced
2 tbsp capers (drained)

Instructions

1

In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp lemon zest. Set aside.
2

Pat 1.5 lbs patted dry salmon fillets (skin-on) dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
3

Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
4

Place salmon skin-side down in the hot oil. Cook for 5-6 minutes without moving, until the skin is crispy and golden.
5

Flip the salmon and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the flesh is opaque and cooked through. Check internal temperature - salmon should reach 145 degrees F.
6

Top each salmon fillet with the herb mixture and 2 tbsp capers (drained).
7

Serve immediately with 1/2 sliced lemon for squeezing over the top.

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What internal temperature should Mediterranean Salmon with Herbs reach?

For Mediterranean Salmon with Herbs, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 5. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Why pat it dry first in Mediterranean Salmon with Herbs?

Step 2 reads: "Pat 1.5 lbs patted dry salmon fillets (skin-on) dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper." Surface water has to boil off before anything can brown. Drying at step 2 means the food sears in the first minute instead of steaming.

What can I use instead of capers in Mediterranean Salmon with Herbs?

The entry for Mediterranean Salmon with Herbs calls for 2 tbsp capers (drained). In its place: Chopped green olives give the same briny pop.

Can I use another fish instead of salmon in Mediterranean Salmon with Herbs?

Arctic char or steelhead trout cooks the same way. Thinner fillets need a minute or two less, so go by thickness rather than the clock. As written, the entry for Mediterranean Salmon with Herbs uses 1.5 lbs salmon fillets (skin-on), patted dry.

Does Mediterranean Salmon with Herbs contain fish?

Yes: 1.5 lbs salmon fillets (skin-on), patted dry. The full allergen list for this entry is fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Mediterranean Salmon with Herbs?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 380 calories, with 38 g protein, 3 g carbohydrate and 24 g fat, plus 520 mg sodium.

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