Salmon with Fennel, Citrus and Olives
User Reviews
3.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
357 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Salmon with Fennel, Citrus and Olives
Description
Salmon with Fennel, Citrus and Olives features a whole salmon piece seasoned with salt and pepper, topped with thin slices of fennel and lemon, crushed Castelvetrano or Kalamata olives, and capers. Drizzled with olive oil and baked at 375°F, the salmon cooks until medium rare or medium, absorbing the bright and salty accents from the toppings.
The fennel softens in the oven, lending a subtle anise flavor that pairs well with citrusy lemon slices and the briny olives and capers. This gentle baking method preserves the salmon's moist, tender texture while infusing it with fresh, complementary flavors.
Served with additional lemon wedges, this dish works well for a relaxed dinner showcasing balanced salty, citrus, and herbal notes. It's straightforward to prepare yet feels elegant thanks to the flavor layering.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound salmon piece
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- black pepper to taste
- 1 cup Castelvetrano olive or Kalamata or black olives; pitted
- 1 fennel bulb small, thinly sliced
- 1 lemon thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons capers
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lemon quartered, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Place the salmon on a parchment lined baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
- Place olives on a cutting board, place a large flat knife on tops and use your hand to smash down to crush them.
- Top salmon with fennel, sliced lemons, capers, olives and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake salmon for 20 minutes for medium rare or 25 minutes for medium.
- Transfer salmon to a platter and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 357 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 357kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 36g | 72% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 94mg | 31% |
| Sodium | 1090mg | 45% |
| Potassium | 1167mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 299IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 36mg | 40% |
| Calcium | 83mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.9
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