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Baked Middle Eastern Salmon with Za'atar Spice

Kristina Cadelina
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 Za'atar Spice 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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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine Middle Eastern
Servings 4
Calories 245 kcal

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

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 olive 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:
Helpful Tips:
  • Avoid overcooking salmon as that will dry it out. 
  • Salmon Middle Eastern style can be baked or grilled. If grilling, put the salmon in a foil packet. Grill for about 10-15 minutes. This will depend on the thickness of the fish.
  • 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
Storing Leftovers:
Store in the fridge up to 2 days in an airtight container. Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 245kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 23gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 345mgPotassium: 701mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 388IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Baked Salmon, Za'atar
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