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Mediterranean Salmon

Zesty Mediterranean Salmon: A Quick & Healthy Delight

Quick and healthy Mediterranean Salmon dish bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 pounds Salmon Fillets fresh or thawed
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Parsley optional
  • 1 teaspoon Red Chili Flakes adjust for heat
  • to taste Salt essential for flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for seasoning
For the Base
  • 1 cup Jasmine Rice pre-cooked
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata and Green Olives pitted
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Oregano optional

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mediterranean Salmon
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat for about 4 minutes.
  2. Season the salmon fillets with smoked paprika, dried oregano, dried parsley, red chili flakes, salt, and a drizzle of olive oil.
  3. Cook the salmon in the skillet skin side up for about 4 minutes.
  4. Flip the salmon fillets skin side down and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Remove salmon, add rice, chickpeas, tomatoes, and olives to the skillet. Stir with fresh lemon juice for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Mix feta with olive oil and lemon juice in a separate bowl.
  7. Combine half feta mixture with the rice blend, place salmon back in and warm for another minute.
  8. Top with remaining feta mixture and garnish with fresh oregano before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure the skillet is hot enough to prevent sticking. Use a wide spatula to gently flip the salmon for best results.

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