Description
This Za’atar Garlic Salmon recipe features a flavorful, herb-spiced salmon fillet cooked alongside tender baby potatoes, sweet grape tomatoes, and fresh broccoli. Infused with aromatic za’atar, fresh garlic, and zesty lemon juice, this simple yet vibrant dish is perfect for a healthy, well-balanced meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 12 baby potatoes (about 12 oz), scrubbed
- 2 cups grape tomatoes (about 10 oz), halved if you like
- 6 oz broccoli florets
Salmon and Seasonings
- 1 lb salmon fillet, no skin
- 3 tbsp fresh minced garlic (about 5 to 6 cloves)
- 2 tsp za’atar spice, divided, plus more for later
- 1 tsp coriander, divided
- 1 lemon, juice of
- Quality extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the scrubbed baby potatoes in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil, 1 tsp za’atar, ½ tsp coriander, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Roast the Baby Potatoes: Spread the potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer. Roast in the oven for about 25 minutes until tender and golden brown, stirring halfway through cooking.
- Add the Broccoli and Tomatoes: After 25 minutes, add the broccoli florets and grape tomatoes to the baking sheet with the potatoes. Drizzle with a little more olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and remaining za’atar and coriander. Toss gently and return to the oven for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Salmon: While the vegetables roast, pat the salmon fillet dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp olive oil with the minced garlic, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of za’atar. Brush this garlic-lemon mixture generously over the salmon.
- Cook the Salmon: After the vegetables have roasted a total of 35 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven and carefully place the salmon fillet on the sheet among the vegetables. Return the sheet to the oven and roast for another 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve: Remove from oven, sprinkle a little more za’atar over the salmon if desired, and serve immediately with the roasted potatoes, broccoli, and tomatoes.
Notes
- You can substitute broccoli with green beans or asparagus depending on preference.
- Ensure the salmon is cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for food safety.
- Za’atar spice blend can vary; adjust quantity based on your taste.
- For a crispier potato texture, parboil the potatoes for 5 minutes before roasting.
- This recipe works well with wild-caught salmon for a more robust flavor.
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