Marissa's MediterraneanA vibrant, one-pan dinner featuring succulent salmon fillets nestled in a 'confetti' of salty olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and bright lemon.
Season the salmon fillets on both sides with sea salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
Make sure the fish is at room temperature for even cooking!
Prep the 'confetti' by chopping the olives, slicing the sun-dried tomatoes, and mincing the garlic.
Heat the olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Place salmon fillets skin-side up in the pan. Sear for 4 minutes until a golden crust forms, then carefully flip.
Don't crowd the pan; if it's too small, do this in two batches.
Reduce heat to medium. Scatter the olives, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and lemon slices around the salmon.
Cook for another 4-5 minutes, spooning the flavored oil over the fish, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Garnish generously with fresh parsley and serve immediately right from the skillet.
This is my ultimate 'busy night' savior. The trick to getting that restaurant-quality crust on the salmon without overcooking the inside is a screaming hot cast iron skillet. If your kids aren't fans of olives yet, you can chop them very finely into the 'confetti' so they just get that lovely salty kick without the big chunks! Serving this over a bed of baby spinach or quick-cook couscous makes it a complete, nourishing dinner in under 20 minutes. Healthy made easy, right?
Nutrition data is estimated and may not be fully accurate. This is not medical advice — consult a registered dietitian or healthcare professional for personalized guidance.
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Marissa's Mediterranean
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For moms that like Mediterranean. Simple and healthy
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For moms that like Mediterranean. Simple and healthy
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