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Whether you’re looking for an elegant meal for a special occasion or seeking a simple and delicious weeknight dinner, my Baked Middle Eastern Salmon with Homemade Za’atar promises to satisfy your all your needs! This salmon dish is inspired by the flavors of the Middle East and comes together effortlessly. The salmon filet is prepared on a baking sheet with an aromatic spice blend, slices of tangy red onions, lemon juice and juicy baby heirloom tomatoes.
– Baked Salmon with a middle eastern twist absolutely bursts with flavor. – Salmon is great for our heart health. – Sheet pan dinners are a game changer and make life simple. – Middle Eastern Salmon pairs well with so many different side dishes. Try sweet potatoes, crispy skin baby potatoes, saffron rice, couscous, israeli salad, broccoli florets or cauliflower.
1. Start with preheating your oven to 400 degrees F. Place parchment paper on a large baking sheet. In a small bowl, add the spices and mix together. Set them aside.
2. Lay the salmon fillet down and drizzle with the olive oil. 3. Rub the spice blend on the salmon. Scatter the red onion slices over the top of the salmon.
4. Squeeze the lemon juice over the salmon and place the lemon slices on top. Place the baby heirlooms around the salmon. Drizzle a little olive oil on the tomatoes and add a good pinch of salt.
5. Bake for 15 minutes or until an instant-read meat thermometer reads 145°F at its thickest part. Salmon should be flaky when pressed with a fork. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve with your favorite side dishes. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Helpful tips: Avoid overcooking salmon as that will dry it out. If making your own spice blend, use fresh spices so you will have the most intense flavors. Old spices lose their potency and won’t have much flavor. Fresh herbs are always a nice touch. You can keep the salmon fillet whole or cut into individual fillets. Adjust your cooking time if needed.
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