Mediterranean Salmon (30-Minute, One-Pan Meal)
This vibrant Mediterranean-inspired salmon dish is the ideal solution for busy weeknights, offering a professionally balanced meal cooked entirely in one pan. Featuring tender spice-rubbed salmon fillets paired with aromatic jasmine rice, fiber-rich chickpeas, sweet cherry tomatoes, and salty kalamata olives, this nutritious dinner creates a sophisticated flavor profile. It is a hearty, heart-healthy meal designed to minimize cleanup while maximizing fresh, Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, making it perfect for both quick family dinners and weekly meal prep sessions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Quick Dinner
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 lb salmon fillets
1 tsp smoked paprika
0.5 tsp dried oregano
0.5 tsp dried parsley
0.25 tsp red chili flakes
0.25 tsp salt
3 tbsp olive oil (divided)
1.5 cups cooked jasmine rice
15 oz chickpeas (canned, drained)
6 oz cherry tomatoes (halved)
0.33 cup kalamata olives (sliced)
0.25 cup green olives (sliced)
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
6 oz feta cheese (cubed)
Fresh oregano (for garnish)
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, dried oregano, dried parsley, chili flakes, and salt to create the dry spice rub.
Coat the salmon fillets evenly with the spice rub.
Heat 1.5 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the salmon fillets for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through, then remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining oil, cooked jasmine rice, chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, and both types of olives.
Sauté for 3-5 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften and the rice is heated through.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice and season lightly if needed.
Return the salmon to the pan, nestling it into the rice mixture.
Top with cubed feta cheese and garnish with fresh oregano to serve.
Notes
Ensure salmon is patted dry before applying the spice rub to achieve a nice sear. You can substitute the jasmine rice with quinoa or cauliflower rice for different dietary preferences. The feta cheese adds a creamy texture, but can be omitted or replaced with a plant-based feta alternative if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with side serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 115mg