Baked Greek Salmon

This Baked Greek Salmon is the best easy weeknight dinner recipe! This recipe the easiest way to enjoy a healthy salmon meal.

Recipe Inspiration

This Baked Greek Salmon is such a delicious way to prepare salmon! With a fresh salad, perfectly cooked salmon, and roasted tomatoes, each bite is packed with delicious Greek flavors.

I love this recipe because it's quick, easy, and healthy. This salmon is great for salad bowls or meal prep! It's a delicious easy weeknight dinner that your whole family will love!

Salmon is one of the healthiest fish and it's known for it's healthy fatty acids. If you're looking to include more salmon in your diet, this recipe is for you!

If you're looking for more easy dinners, check out our Pistachio Crusted Salmon, Sheet Pan Salmon, Salmon Caesar Salad, and Honey Citrus Salmon recipes!

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• What to Serve With
• Recipe Storage and Reheating
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• Baked Greek Salmon

Why You'll Love this Recipe

Delicious - This baked salmon recipe is so delicious. Each bite is packed with flavor that your family will truly love! This salmon is also great for entertaining a crowd!

Approachable - This recipe is approachable and is easy to make. You only need a sheet pan and a large bowl to make this recipe!

Versatile - This is great for an easy weeknight meal or a meal prepped lunch! This salmon pairs with a variety of dishes, making it a versatile meal you can enjoy again and again.

Ingredients

Here are the simple ingredients you will need for this delicious dinner recipe:

• Salmon Filets - Or, buy a large salmon and cut into filets.
• Olive Oil - Regular olive oil
• Lemon Juice - Freshly squeezed
• Kosher Salt
• Black Pepper
• Cherry Tomatoes - You can also use grape tomatoes
• Kalamata olives - Pitted
• Red Onion - Sliced thinly
• Feta Cheese - I like buying a block of feta cheese and crumbling it myself
• Cucumber - Regular or English cucumber, diced finely
• Fresh Herbs - I love using fresh dill, fresh rosemary, or fresh parsley
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Directions

Let's make this baked salmon recipe together!

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400F.

Step 2

Rub room temperature salmon fillets, salmon skin down, with olive oil and place on a lined baking sheet. Pour lemon juice over salmon, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Add tomatoes to the baking tray. Bake for 12 minutes, until salmon flakes with a fork or the internal temperature reaches 145F.

Step 4

While salmon is baking, combine kalamata olives, red onion, feta, cucumbers, fresh dill, and extra virgin olive oil in a large bowl. Toss well.

Step 5

When salmon is done, top with salad mixture and serve.

Expert Tips and Tricks

Here are some expert tips to make this delicious recipe perfect.

Double the Salad - Double the Greek salad to have extras to serve as a side dish! You can also prep the salad up to a day in advance.

Complete the Meal - Complete the meal with a simple side salad and couscous or orzo.

Utilize Leftovers - Use leftovers for meal prep. Add a piece of salmon to a container with the Greek salad and some lettuce and you have a delicious meal with Mediterranean flavors ready to eat.

Kitchen Equipment

Here is some kitchen equipment you will need for this recipe. You can find all of these products on Amazon.

Large Serving Bowl - For a stunning presentation, serve this in a shallow large serving bowl and top with lemon slices and fresh herbs!

Sheet Pan - Use a good quality sheet pan so your salmon cooks evenly.

Mixing Bowl - I love these mixing bowls and use them daily in my kitchen. They are great for tossing salads, mixing ingredients, and even serving!

Recipe Substitutions/Variations

Here are some common recipe substitutions and variations for this quick salmon meal.

Add more veggies - Bell peppers or roasted red peppers would be delicious in this recipe! Add them to the sheet pan to bake or add them raw in the greek salad.

Salad variations - You can make the greek salad creamy by adding in greek yogurt and kick up the flavor by adding some fresh lemon zest, red wine vinegar, or balsamic vinegar. You can also add a little heat with some red pepper flakes.

Cooking Method - If you prefer, you can also pan sear the salmon. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat with olive oil and sear the fresh salmon for 5 minutes per side, until the salmon is flaky.

Frequently Asked Questions

What to Serve With

Here are some ideas for what to serve with this easy baked Greek Salmon recipe!

• Easy Greek Salad - Sub this salmon for chicken to make a Greek salmon salad!
• Lemon Butter Pasta
• Aglio Olio
• Honey Sriracha Brussels sprouts
• Sautéed Sweet Potatoes
• Maple Bacon Brussels Sprouts
• Broccolini with Whipped Goat Cheese

Recipe Storage and Reheating

Here are storage and reheating instructions for this recipe.

Refrigerator Storage: Store in an airtight continuer and eat leftovers within 4-5 days.

Freezer Storage: Freeze in a freezer-safe, airtight container and keep for up to 3 months. When you're ready to use, thaw in the refrigerator and reheat as instructed below.

Reheating Instructions: The best way to reheat this recipe is to heat in a skillet with a little olive oil over low heat until warm.

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