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Best Salmon Marinade Mediterranean Style
This salmon features a Mediterranean-style marinade combining lemon juice, olive oil, honey, garlic, and herbs like oregano and dill, enhanced by a touch of red pepper flakes. The salmon absorbs these bright and aromatic flavors during a brief marinating period, resulting in tender, juicy fillets. Baking at a moderate temperature ensures the fish cooks evenly, maintaining moisture while developing a delicate flake. It pairs well with a crisp side salad, making it a straightforward option for a flavorful meal.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Servings:
4
servings
Calories:
503 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 2 lb salmon
- 2 lemon juice of
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 6 cloves garlic sliced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp oregano dried
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dill dried
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Pat dry the salmon and place it on a baking sheet or a container.
- In a bowl mix lemon juice, olive oil, honey, sliced garlic, salt, oregano, pepper, dill and red pepper flakes. Pour the marinade over salmon.
- Cover and refrigerate to marinade for 30 minutes to 4 hours.
- When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or coat it with non stick cooking spray.
- Take the salmon out of the fridge and transfer it to the baking sheet.
- Bake the salmon in the oven for 20 minutes. The salmon is ready when it flakes easily and is opaque.
- Serve with a side salad.
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Notes
- Marinate the salmon between 30 minutes and 4 hours to maintain texture; acidic lemon juice can break down the fish if left longer.
- Check salmon doneness by its ability to flake easily, and aim for an internal temperature of 145°F as recommended.
- Consider adding other herbs such as coriander or thyme for different flavor profiles.
- The marinade works well with baking, grilling, or roasting methods.
Nutrition Information
Calories
503kcal
(25%)
Carbohydrates
16g
(5%)
Protein
46g
(92%)
Fat
29g
(45%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Cholesterol
125mg
(42%)
Sodium
398mg
(17%)
Potassium
1204mg
(26%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
179IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
30mg
(33%)
Calcium
62mg
(6%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 503
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 503kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 46g | 92% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 125mg | 42% |
| Sodium | 398mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 1204mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 179IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 30mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 62mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.