Baked Middle Eastern Salmon with Homemade Za'atar
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 all your needs! This salmon dish is inspired by the flavors of the Middle East and comes together effortlessly.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb salmon fillet atlantic
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil plus a little more
- 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1 cup baby heirloom tomatoes
- 1/2 lemon slices
Homemade Za'atar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon sumac
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon aleppo pepper
Instructions
- Preheat 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.
- Lay the salmon fillet down and drizzle with the oilve oil.
- Rub the spice blend on the salmon. Scatter the red onion slices over the top of the salmon.
- 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.
- 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.
Notes
Notes:
Avoid overcooking salmon as that will dry it out.
If using a thicker or thinner salmon cut, adjust baking time as needed.
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.
I like to use salmon from Trader Joe's that is skinless. If you are using salmon with the skin on, be sure to cook it skin side down.
If cooking a larger salmon, increase your seasonings.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 23gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 345mgPotassium: 701mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 388IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 1mg
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