Mediterranean Salmon

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Mediterranean Salmon
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on August 14, 2023

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup pitted kalamata olives, chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 4 (4-ounce) salmon fillets
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • 1 cup cooked couscous

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic, tomatoes, olives and oregano. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes are softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add salmon to the skillet and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook, flipping once, until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Serve salmon immediately, garnished with parsley, if desired, and couscous.

Interesting Facts

  • The Mediterranean Diet is one of the healthiest diets in the world.
  • Salmon is a great source of Omega-3 fatty acids, which can help reduce inflammation in the body.
  • Tomatoes are a great source of Vitamin A and C, and are also high in antioxidants.