MEDITERRANEAN-TWIST SALMON

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A little twist on your basic salmon recipe. It's healthy, delicious, and a real crowd pleaser! Make extra because everyone will want seconds! This recipe goes great over couscous. If you are like me and love tomatoes, add 1 cup instead of 1/2 cup.

Provided by Honour232

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Salmon Fillet Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 (4 ounce) fillets salmon
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup chopped tomatoes, or more to taste
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
6 fresh basil leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook salmon in the hot oil until cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, 5 to 7 minutes per side.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a separate saucepan over medium heat; add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add tomatoes; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Pour balsamic vinegar into tomato mixture; add basil. Cook and stir tomato mixture until flavors blend, about 3 minutes.
  • Place salmon on a plate and top with tomato sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.8 g, Cholesterol 75.7 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 62.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

Kyle O'Reilly
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Overall, this is a great recipe for a delicious and healthy salmon dish. I would highly recommend it to anyone who loves Mediterranean cuisine.


Meme Hammad
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I found that the salmon cooked a little faster than the recipe stated, so I had to adjust the cooking time accordingly.


Shiva Ghimiray
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat fish. My kids loved the crispy skin and the flavorful flesh of the salmon.


Fasial Ali
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I would love to try this recipe with other types of fish, such as trout or cod.


Samara Campbell
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salmon turned out perfectly cooked. The flavors were well-balanced and the capers added a nice touch of brininess.


Abbas Ju
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about how delicious the salmon was.


Joseph Omagbemi
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This recipe is a great weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to prepare, and it's always a hit with my family.


Bimala Oli
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook salmon, and this recipe definitely fits the bill. It's a delicious and healthy dish that I'll be making again and again.


danielle kelly
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's a great way to let the natural flavors of the salmon shine through.


Kakooza Tom
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This dish is perfect for a special occasion meal. It's elegant and impressive, yet easy to prepare.


Pushpa Kamal Giree
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but this recipe changed my mind! The salmon was cooked to perfection and the flavors were amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


SK SABIRBOOS
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Tip: If you don't have capers on hand, you can substitute them with chopped olives or sun-dried tomatoes.


Saniya McGruder
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This recipe is definitely a keeper. It's a great way to enjoy salmon in a flavorful and healthy way. I'll be making it again soon!


Ninja
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I served the salmon with roasted vegetables and a side of lemon-herb rice. It was a complete and satisfying meal that my family loved.


melissa brookes
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well the capers complemented the salmon. They added a salty and tangy dimension that balanced the richness of the fish.


Mudassir Mudassir
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The recipe was easy to follow and didn't require any fancy ingredients or techniques. I especially appreciated the use of fresh herbs, which added a burst of flavor to the dish.


Tootie Stout
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This Mediterranean-style salmon was a delightful culinary experience. The flavors of the herbs, lemon, and capers harmonized perfectly, creating a vibrant and savory dish. The salmon was cooked to perfection, resulting in a tender and flaky texture t