Ready to embrace the world's healthiest way of eating? Yes, of course, we're talking about the Mediterranean diet! And today, I have a roundup of amazing Mediterranean salmon recipes that you simply can not miss. Easy, healthy, and delicious salmon dinners that are perfect for any night of the week. Bright flavors will surprise you in the best way possible! Even non-fish eaters will enjoy these salmon recipes.
Be sure to review the tips and suggestions for what to serve along!
If you have followed the Mediterranean way of eating for any length of time, you're probably trying to add more seafood and fish to your dinner rotation. My family tries to stick to the recommended 2 times per week, and we love it!
There is no shortage of Mediterranean diet fish recipes on the blog (you can see some of them here). Probably one of my go-to fish options is wild salmon. I mean, if you want an quick and fancy main dish, it really doesn't get easier than salmon fillets. Not to mention all the great health benefits: Omega-3 fatty acids; quality protein; vitamins; antioxidants…etc.
I'm personally partial to salmon fillets; they're fairly easy to work with, and lend themselves to different cooking methods: baked, broiled, poached, pan-seared or grilled. Admittedly, cooking salmon in the oven is my shortcut to dinner bliss. But, in the summer time, I'm all about grilled salmon with something bright to go along like mango salsa (see recipe below).
How to Cook Salmon and What to Serve Along
1. If at all possible, opt for wild salmon. I know, the differences between wild salmon and farm-raised salmon have been hotly debated. Still, whenever I can get my hands on quality wild salmon, that is my choice. Aside from health benefits, it has a silky texture; brilliant hue; and overall superior taste.
2. Avoid over-cooking salmon no matter the cooking method. Even thick salmon fillets will cook fairly quickly, so don't walk away too far from it as it cooks. As a general rule, salmon is ready when the flesh looks opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The recipes below will provide specific instructions, still it's good to watch closely as your oven or grill will be different.
3- What to serve along salmon? If you view the salmon recipes below, they will likely have some specific suggestions. But, I'm always up for adding a large bright salad like fattoush; balela; Greek salad; or this simple 3-ingredient Mediterranean salad. If a recipe doesn't already incorporate a side of veggies, I highly recommend Italian roasted veggies; these Greek green beans; or simple herb-tossed sweet potatoes.
A drizzle of tahini is always a welcomed addition, if the salmon recipe doesn't come with a sauce.
Let's get to the epic salmon recipes now, shall we?
7 Mediterranean Diet Salmon Recipes
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Mediterranean Baked Salmon & Veggies in foil (or parchment)
Mediterranean Blackened Salmon with Pomegranate Salsa
Za'atar Garlic Salmon and Veggies
Mediterranean Baked Salmon with Garlic Cilantro Sauce
Grilled Salmon with Mint Mango Salsa
More ideas from Mediterranean eating:
100+ Mediterranean Diet Recipes
Best Mediterranean Diet Snacks
10 Fresh Tomato Recipes with a Mediterranean Twist
Your recipes caught my attention on line and now I follow you every day on every media I can find you. You cookbook was a gift for my entire family and now friends have bought it too. Tonight I’m making a salmon recipe and sending some for my daughters to share. The girls try a new recipe and we all share guess you could call us the Alpharetta fan club. Your cookbook live on our kitchen counters.
I bless the day I found you and turned our boring meals into “ Bravo Meals”
You are so sweet, Sharrie! Thank you for the kind note!
I have half of the recipe for salmon and asparagus wrapped in foil with orzo pasta. I can not find the complete recipe on the list. Can you send it to me?
Cookie
Hi, Cookie. I'm not 100% sure which recipe you are referring to. Here is the link to all of the seafood recipes on the blog: Seafood Recipes .
I made the Easy Pan Seared Salmon with Spinach and Arugula recipe last night for dinner, along with Balela Salad.
For the Balela Salad, I followed the recipe exactly, but added almost a half of English Cucumber.
For the Salmon, I added a half teaspoon Za'atar to the rub. First, in a cast iton skillet, I sauteed in Olive Oil an 8 oz pkg of Baby Bella mushroom, which I quartered, till caramelized, then set aside. The salmon I cooked 4 minutes on first side, 2 minutes on the other side, then removed and covered. Then I added just spinach (I didn't have arugula) to the skillet, till just starting to wilt, added the mushrooms to warm up.
The dinner was so delicious.
Thank you! I love your recipes <3
Davina Paul-Chatfield
Wonderful recipes, I shall make the mint mango salsa with salmon this evening
This is going to be a very healthy year, thanks so much...
What a wonderful collection of salmon recipes with a Mediterranean twist. I'll be trying them all soon.
Wild-caught salmon is definitely the best. Great variety of recipes!
Agreed, Tara! Thanks for checking this out!
I love salmon and am always looking for new ways t make it! These all look so delicious - can't wait to make a few!
Awesome, Lauren! Enjoy!
I love your recipes! These salmons looks fantastic. I have salmon in the freezer, so this is dinner tonight! Thank you for such simple yet awesome recipes!
Yay! Enjoy!
I am so happy to have found this list! We love salmon and I am always looking for healthy recipe I can make to introduce different flavors and foods to my kiddos.
So glad you did! Can't wait to hear which you'll be trying
My husband and kids love salmon, I need to make it more - thanks for the great recipes.
My pleasure, Andie! You guys enjoy!
All these recipes are amazing and delicious. Love the look of the roasted veggies. Lovely ideas too.
Thank you, Veena. I love salmon and veggies as well!
We love this diet
So glad to hear it! Glad to have you here