Baked Salmon with Black Olive Salsa

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and flavorful Baked Salmon with Black Olive Salsa. Perfectly seasoned salmon fillets are baked to tender, flaky perfection, then topped with a zesty salsa bursting with Mediterranean goodness. The salsa combines briny black olives, juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant parsley, tangy capers, and a splash of red wine vinegar for a fresh, savory topping that takes this dish to the next level. Ready in just 30 minutes, this healthy and elegant recipe is ideal for busy evenings yet sophisticated enough for entertaining. Pair it with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (about 6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 cup (chopped) pitted black olives
• 0.5 cup (quartered) cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon (rinsed and drained) capers
• 1 small (minced) garlic clove
• 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

Season the salmon fillets with kosher salt and black pepper on both sides. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice over the fillets.

Step 3

Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Step 4

While the salmon is baking, prepare the black olive salsa. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped black olives, cherry tomatoes, chopped parsley, capers, minced garlic, remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and red wine vinegar. Gently stir to combine and let the flavors meld together.

Step 5

Once the salmon is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Plate the salmon fillets and generously spoon the black olive salsa over the top of each piece.

Step 7

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(891.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1650.2

Total Fat 116.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 272.2mg	0%
Sodium 2204.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 11.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.5g	0%
Total Sugars 2.5g
Protein 143.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 34.6mg	0%
Iron 32.1mg	0%
Potassium 288.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.9%

Protein: 34.4%

Carbs: 2.6%