Description
Salmon with Avocado and Feta brings Mediterranean flavors straight to your dinner table with minimal effort and maximum taste. This quick protein-packed meal delivers rich, creamy textures and zesty notes that make weeknight cooking feel like a coastal vacation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces (170 grams) each), skin removed
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Topping Ingredients:
- 1 large avocado, diced
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light olive oil coating. Thoroughly dry the 4 salmon fillets using paper towels.
- Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the salmon fillets. Sprinkle ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, salt, and pepper across the surface. Gently massage the seasonings to ensure even distribution.
- Position the salmon in the center of the preheated oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes, checking the thickness of your fillets. The salmon should flake easily and appear slightly opaque when perfectly cooked.
- Create the topping by combining 1 diced large avocado, ⅓ cup crumbled feta, and ½ cup quartered cherry tomatoes in a small mixing bowl. Splash 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice over the mixture.
- Add 1 tablespoon chopped parsley to the topping if desired. Season with a delicate pinch of salt and pepper to complement the feta’s natural flavor.
- Remove the salmon from the oven once it reaches the ideal doneness. Transfer each fillet to a serving plate and generously top with the fresh avocado-feta mixture.
- Serve the salmon immediately alongside your favorite grain or salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- Fresh salmon makes all the difference, so select a high-quality fillet with bright color and firm texture.
- Pat the salmon completely dry before seasoning to help achieve a perfect crispy exterior.
- For a gluten-free version, swap breadcrumbs with crushed almond meal or gluten-free panko.
- Dairy-free alternatives work great by replacing feta with nutritional yeast or dairy-free cheese crumbles for similar tangy flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg