Baked Salmon with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives
Nov 13, 2025 02:50 AM
This Mediterranean-inspired baked salmon with cherry tomatoes and olives is a great way to celebrate the delicate flavor of salmon. The cherry tomatoes add a burst of freshness and sweetness while the olives, capers and lemon introduce a bright, salty and briny depth that enhances the overall flavor.
One of my favorite methods for preparing salmon is slow-baking it at a low temperature, which helps retain its natural moisture and results in a tender, silky texture. The addition of cherry tomatoes, olives, capers, and lemon gives the dish a Mediterranean flair that pairs beautifully with the rich, oily texture of the salmon.
I like to make this dish for days when I want a delicious, nutritious, and flavorful meal without spending too much time cooking or cleaning up. It’s also suitable for effortless special dinners.
Ingredients:
- 21 oz salmon fillets
- olive oil (extra virgin olive oil preferably)
- salt
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 4 oz cherry tomatoes, sliced in half (or grape tomatoes)
- ½ cup black olives (sliced if large)
- 1½ tablespoons capers
- parsley, finely chopped
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
35 minutes
Total Time:
45 minutes
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