Baked Italian Herb-Rubbed Salmon with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Salmon fillets rubbed with fragrant Italian herbs, baked alongside sweet roasted cherry tomatoes for a simple, elegant meal. This italian-inspired seafood ready in about 25 minutes pairs salmon fillets, olive oil, garlic powder for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
- 4 wedges for serving lemon wedges
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp dried basil, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 3: Place 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each) skin-side down on the baking sheet. Brush each fillet generously with half of the herb oil mixture.
- Step 4: Scatter 2 cups cherry tomatoes around the salmon and drizzle remaining herb oil over them.
- Step 5: Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and tomatoes are softened and blistered.
- Step 6: Remove from oven and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley over the salmon and tomatoes.
- Step 7: Serve immediately with 4 lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Baked Italian Herb-Rubbed Salmon with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Baked Italian Herb-Rubbed Salmon with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
Refrigerate in a covered airtight container for up to 3–4 days (FDA FoodKeeper guideline for cooked fish). Store any fresh salsa or citrus-based garnish in a separate container — it keeps for up to 2 days. Freeze cooked fish (without fresh garnishes) for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat gently at 275°F until just warmed through to preserve texture.
Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Italian Herb-Rubbed Salmon with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Baked Italian Herb-Rubbed Salmon with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Baked Italian Herb-Rubbed Salmon with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes?
Italian seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
