This easy, flavor-packed za’atar garlic salmon recipe has been in the queue since the beginning of summer. And I’m so excited to finally share it with you!
Because we try to faithfully follow the Mediterranean diet, I’ve been looking for new, easy ways to prepare fish. This garlic salmon recipe is one of those that came together on a whim of experimentation, and I’m so glad it did. It’s become another quick go-to sheet pan dinner, for which I will not apologize.
Watch How to Make this Easy Salmon Recipe
There is no big technique behind this delicious garlic salmon. I mean, it’s salmon, tossed on a baking sheet with a few veggies, right?! But it’s the simple, decidedly Middle Eastern twist that took salmon to a whole new level for me…
The game changer here is our new all-natural za’atar spice–an aromatic spice blend with earthy depth and subtle citrus undertones. This particular blend features wild quality wild thyme, toasted sesame seeds, and sumac, sourced from Turkey and North Africa.
What to serve with Za’atar Garlic Salmon
To save time and energy, I like to toss in some vegetables to roast with the salmon. This time, baby potatoes, tomatoes and broccoli florets. But if you’re looking to add more, try: 3-ingredient Mediterranean salad; Lebanese rice; and perhaps a dip like roasted red pepper hummus, or Baba Ganoush!
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Za’atar Garlic Salmon Recipe
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: serves 4 1x
Description
Check out this easy, flavor-packed za’atar garlic salmon! It is a MUST-try!
Ingredients
- 12 baby potatoes (about 12 oz), scrubbed
- 2 cups grape tomatoes (about 10 oz), halved if you like
- 6 oz broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp fresh minced garlic (about 5 to 6 cloves)
- Quality Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salt and pepper
- 2 tsp Za’atar spice, divided, plus more for later
- 1 tsp coriander, divided
- 1 lb salmon fillet, no skin
- 1 lemon, juice of
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- In a large bowl, add the potatoes, grape tomatoes, and broccoli. Pour 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil and toss. Then, add a little salt and pepper, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1 tsp za’atar spice, 1/2 tsp coriander. Toss again so that the spices are distributed to coat the vegetables. Transfer the vegetables to a large baking sheet with a rim.
- Pat salmon dry. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle just a little extra virgin olive oil. Spread the remaining garlic evenly on top. Sprinkle the remaining za’atar and coriander.
- Cut seasoned salmon into 4 equal pieces, and place on the prepared baking sheet with the vegetables. Add another generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil over the salmon and veggies, if needed.
- Bake in heated oven for 15-16 minutes. Remove from heat and squeeze lemon juice on salmon. Sprinkle more za’atar all over. Enjoy with Lebanese rice and a side of your favorite salad. (See suggestions for more sides in the post above under “what to serve with za’atar garlic salmon).
Notes
- Recommended for this recipe: Our Private Reserve Extra Virgin Olive Oil; All-Natural Za’atar Spice; Organic Ground Coriander; Baking Sheet
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- Category: Entree
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Salmon, za'atar, oven baked garlic salmon
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I a purchased za’atar that contains cumin…not much, but still included. Shall I ease back on the coriander?
Hi JJ,
Our all-natural Za’atar used in this recipe does not contain cumin, so I think you’ll have a bit of a different flavor profile. But cumin and coriander are two different spices, so I wouldn’t think you need to eliminate the coriander here. Here is the link to the za’atar used in this recipe: https://shop.themediterraneandish.com/product/zaatar-spice-blend/
I have tried this recipe a few times and it turned out very well. Thank you for helping me to become a better cook. Just one question…instead of lebanese rice can this fish be served with plain cous cous? Or if you have any other ‘carb’ suggestions that would be great.
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Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. Yes, you can serve this fish with plain couscous.
Excellent flavors and so SO easy to make! My potatoes were slightly larger so I took out the salmon after cook time and roasted the veggies a little bit longer. Such great combination of flavors and I added ALLLLL of the extra za’atar! Love any and all recipes with za’atar. Will definitely be making again, thank you!
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Za’atar is a great spice mix, isn’t it?!
This recipe for salmon is sheer heaven. I’ve been basically a fish purist but thought I’d give this a try and now it’s our “go to” for salmon. I love having your videos, Suzy, as a guide because I don’t feel I am a natural cook. Even after cooking for all these many many decades, I don’t know one recipe by memory – well, ok, a BLT!!
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Sandra, I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe! And so happy the videos are helpful to you 🙂 Hey, a good BLT is always a plus!
This looks like such an amazing recipe, yet so simple. I am always looking for new ways to make salmon. And I also love the wide round baking dish you are using. Do you know where you got it?
Thanks so much, Cindy! This is a baking sheet I’ve had for years. I honestly don’t know where I picked it up. It is similar to these here: https://amzn.to/2ZmA8SS
I baked sweet potato chunks and Brussels sprouts for about 10 minutes, then added salmon and finished cooking! Yummy and husband approved! I love the interesting spice combos you introduce!
AWesome, Jane! Thanks for sharing your twist!
When you say coriander, do you mean the dried ground seeds, or the fresh leaves?
Hi Andrea, yes, dried ground coriander. Enjoy!
The spice combination in this recipe was just right.
I substituted Japanese pumpkin and mushrooms for the potatoes and tomatoes in order to lower the carbs, and it came out delicious.
Thanks for a great salmon method!
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I liked this except even after I halved my small potatoes, they were not cooked enough in the time allowed. Next time I will start the potatoes first.
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Thanks, Theresa. Humm…sure, you can get the potatoes started first, if that might work better for your oven. Thanks for sharing!
This was delicious! I followed the recipe as written, except I subbed sweet potato because I’m not a big fan of potatoes. Served the traditional Greek salad on the side. A great way to use my crop of tomatoes! Thanks!!
Thank you for checking all the recipes. They are amazing and I’m already wondering how to make some food from them … Super! 🙂
I love your kitchen and I very much adore you. I am your fan. 🙂
Vlada from Prague,
Czech Republic
Thank you so much! I am so glad to hear you’re enjoying the recipe!
You and Proud Italian Cook have the two most beautiful food photographs on the internet in my opinion. Mouth watering!
How can the potatoes take the same cooking time as the salmon? Seems like the salmon would overlook in order for the potatoes to be done. Thanks. Recipe looks tasty.
Hi Sharyn, I use baby potatoes, the smallest you find, and it usually works fine. If you’re more comfortable starting the potatoes first in the oven, and then adding the rest, that would probably work too!
This is so so delicious!! I cant wait to give this a try. Must say za’atar is a favorite spice of mine.. 🙂
Isn’t it awesome! Thanks for stopping in!
All those veggies look so good and I love Za’atar and your flavorings!
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Thanks so much, Ginny! Enjoy!
I love Zatar which is one of spice blend which I like other than my Indian spice blend. I like that you used zatar and garlic for a salmon recipe. Sure it taste great too.
Thanks, Swathi! It is a great spice!
This looks healthy and delicious. I love how colorful the photos are.
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That’s the goal…healthy and delicious!
Wow! This looks so colorful, tasty, and delicious. I have to try it soon! 🙂
Awesome, Hannah! Enjoy!
I went to the shop section and i seems spices cannot be shipped outside the US?
I am in the caribbean and interested in the spices
Hi Karen! Thank you so much for checking it out. So we are looking into shipping options for locations beyond the U.S. but that may take us a bit of time to implement. If you have friends or relatives here in the U.S. that would be willing to receive the spices for you and ship them from there, that’s an option for now. I apologize that we don’t have this option yet.