Description
Mediterranean flavors elevate this feta and herb crusted salmon recipe into a culinary masterpiece. Fresh herbs and tangy feta create a crisp, elegant coating that brings coastal Greek charm directly to your plate.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 salmon fillets (about 6 ounces / 170 grams each)
Cheese and Dairy:
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs (for extra crunch, optional)
Instructions
- Gently cleanse salmon fillets with paper towels to remove excess moisture, ensuring a crisp coating. Massage olive oil across the surface and sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Create a vibrant herb-infused topping by combining crumbled feta cheese with tangy Greek yogurt. Incorporate minced garlic, freshly squeezed lemon juice, delicate lemon zest, chopped parsley, feathery dill, robust oregano, and crunchy panko breadcrumbs until thoroughly blended.
- Carefully spread the herbed feta mixture across each salmon fillet, gently pressing to encourage adhesion. Ensure an even, generous layer covers the entire fish surface.
- Position the prepared salmon in a preheated oven at 400F. Roast for approximately 12-15 minutes, monitoring for a delicate flake when tested with a fork. For an enhanced golden exterior, activate the broiler for an additional 2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Transfer the perfectly cooked salmon to a serving platter. Scatter additional fresh herbs across the top and accompany with bright lemon wedges, allowing guests to enhance flavors with a zesty squeeze.
Notes
- Moisture Matters: Pat salmon fillets thoroughly with paper towels to ensure a crispy, golden crust that adheres perfectly to the fish.
- Customize Your Herbs: Experiment with different fresh herbs like basil or chives to personalize the flavor profile and match your taste preferences.
- Yogurt Swap Option: For dairy-free diets, replace Greek yogurt with dairy-free alternatives like cashew cream or coconut yogurt to maintain the creamy texture.
- Precision Cooking: Use a meat thermometer to check salmon’s internal temperature, aiming for 145°F (63°C) to guarantee perfectly cooked, moist fish every time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg