Easy Mediterranean Salmon Sheet Pan Recipe with Tangy Feta for Perfect Weeknight Dinner
A quick and easy Mediterranean salmon sheet pan dinner featuring roasted salmon, vibrant veggies, and a tangy feta topping. Perfect for busy weeknights with fresh, bold flavors and minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz / 170 g each), skin-on or skinless, fresh or thawed
- 1 pint (about 300 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup (75 g) Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 large bell pepper (red or yellow), sliced into strips
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup (about 120 g) feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a rimmed 12×16 inch (30×40 cm) baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, bell pepper strips, and Kalamata olives.
- Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the vegetables, then add minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Spread the vegetable mixture evenly across the baking sheet, leaving space in the center for the salmon.
- Pat dry each salmon fillet with paper towels. Rub each fillet with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Nestle the salmon fillets skin-side down in the center of the baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 15-18 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle crumbled feta evenly over the salmon and vegetables.
- Return to the oven for an additional 3-4 minutes to slightly melt the feta and warm it through.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the entire dish and scatter chopped parsley on top.
- Carefully transfer salmon and vegetables to plates or a serving platter and serve immediately.
Notes
Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure proper roasting instead of steaming. Use room temperature salmon for even cooking. Pat salmon dry before roasting for better texture. Add feta cheese towards the end to prevent burning. Tent with foil if vegetables brown too quickly. Feel free to swap bell peppers with zucchini or asparagus. Use dairy-free feta alternatives for vegan option. Leftovers keep well for up to 2 days refrigerated and reheat gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
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