Description
Zaatar Garlic Salmon brings Mediterranean coastal magic right to your dinner table, with a zesty blend of herbs and spices that make your taste buds dance. Perfectly seared salmon fillets dressed in aromatic zaatar create a delightful meal that feels like a quick culinary escape.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Proteins:
- 4 salmon fillets
Supporting Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons za’atar spice blend
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Finishing and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
- Set the oven to 400°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or light olive oil coating.
- Use paper towels to thoroughly dry each 6-oz salmon fillet, ensuring no excess moisture remains.
- Arrange salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet, then season each with salt and pepper.
- Combine 2 tablespoons za’atar, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small mixing bowl.
- Spread the za’atar garlic mixture generously across the top of each salmon fillet.
- Carefully arrange thin lemon slices over the seasoned salmon fillets.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated 400°F oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon becomes opaque and easily flakes.
- Allow salmon to rest for 3-4 minutes after removing from the oven.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the fillets as a bright, fresh garnish before serving.
Notes
- Fresh za’atar blend dramatically improves flavor, so use high-quality ground spices for best results.
- Check salmon’s internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure perfect 145°F doneness without overcooking.
- For gluten-free adaptation, confirm za’atar blend ingredients are certified gluten-free before preparing the dish.
- Substitute olive oil with avocado oil for a different flavor profile that still complements the salmon’s richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Salmon
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg