Oven-Roasted Mediterranean Salmon with Lemon-Caper Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-10 · Updated 2026-06-10

Flaky salmon fillets roasted with Mediterranean herbs and olive oil, topped with a bright lemon-caper dressing that adds tangy complexity. This Mediterranean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs 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 350 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 fillets, 6 oz each salmon fillets
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp, fresh lemon juice
• 2 tbsp, drained capers
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tsp lemon zest

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place 4 salmon fillets skin-side down. Drizzle 3 tbsp olive oil over fillets, then sprinkle evenly with 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Roast salmon in the oven for 12-15 minutes until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, whisk together 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp drained capers, 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tsp lemon zest in a small bowl.
4. Step 4: Remove salmon from oven and spoon the lemon-caper dressing evenly over each fillet. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.