Mediterranean Herb-Crusted Salmon
Perfectly seared salmon with a golden herb crust, served with roasted vegetables for a balanced weeknight dinner. This mediterranean-inspired seafood ready in about 29 minutes pairs (6 oz each) salmon fillets, olive oil, dried oregano 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 (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 cups, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds zucchini
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 4 salmon fillets dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder to form a paste.
- Step 2: Rub the herb paste evenly over both sides of each salmon fillet. Place salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 3: Toss 2 cups sliced zucchini and 1 cup cherry tomatoes with 1 tsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Arrange around salmon on the sheet. Bake for 12-14 minutes until salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, and vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Mediterranean Herb-Crusted Salmon take to make?
Total time is about 29 minutes (15 min prep + 14 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 Mediterranean Herb-Crusted Salmon?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (6 oz each) salmon fillets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Mediterranean Herb-Crusted Salmon?
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 Mediterranean Herb-Crusted Salmon 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 Mediterranean Herb-Crusted Salmon?
Mediterranean 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
