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Spring is here! Try this delicious Mediterranean Salmon perfect for spring nights!

Ingredients:

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 4 – 5 salmon filets
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • pinch fresh pepper
  • 1 cup grape tomatoes (or cherry tomatoes cut in half)
  • 1/2 cup kalamata olives
  • 3 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 2 -3 garlic cloves, sliced
  • 1 shallot, sliced thinly
  • fresh basil
  • lemon
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and brush the bottom of a 10×10-inch baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  • Pat the salmon filets dry with a paper towel, brush them with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, then arrange them skin side down in your oiled baking dish.
  • Combine the dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and fresh ground pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle this evenly over the top of the salmon.
  • Mix the grape tomatoes, olives, capers, garlic, and shallot in a small bowl and drizzle with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Scatter them around, but not on top of, the salmon.
  • Bake at 350-F for about 15-20 minutes or until the salmon is at least 125-F with a digital meat thermometer.
  • Remove it from the oven and squeeze 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice over the top and sprinkle with freshly chopped basil.
  • Serve and enjoy!