Description
Mediterranean Salmon Bake is a quick, one-pan dinner loaded with flaky salmon, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and feta — all finished with a drizzle of pesto.
Ingredients
• 1 2-lb salmon filet
• 1 tablespoon avocado oil
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ red onion, finely chopped
• 1 8.5-oz jar sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
• 5 ounces baby spinach
• 6 ounces feta cheese crumbles
• ⅓ cup pesto sauce (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. Place salmon on the tray, brush with avocado oil, and season with sea salt and garlic powder.
3. Bake for 10 minutes in the center of the oven.
4. Meanwhile, heat a skillet with oil and sauté the red onion for 5–8 minutes.
5. Add sun-dried tomatoes and spinach to the skillet; cover and cook until spinach wilts.
6. Mix in feta cheese and heat until slightly melted, then turn off heat.
7. Remove salmon from oven and top with the spinach mixture.
8. Return to the oven and bake for another 8–10 minutes, until salmon reaches 145°F internal temp.
9. Drizzle with pesto sauce if using, let rest for a few minutes, then serve.
Notes
– You can substitute olive oil for avocado oil if preferred.
– Crumbled goat cheese or dairy-free feta work well as alternatives.
– Add crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet for a spicier version.
– Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
– Avoid freezing as texture may change after thawing due to the feta and spinach.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean