Description
Mediterranean salmon parcels deliver a symphony of flavors from coastal Greece and Italy. Fresh salmon nestles with fragrant herbs, tangy olives, and sun-kissed tomatoes, promising a light yet luxurious meal you’ll savor with each delicate bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (2 pounds/907 grams) salmon fillet
- ⅓ cup (79 milliliters) pesto sauce
- ½ cup (118 milliliters) artichoke hearts
Vegetables and Herbs:
- ¼ cup (59 milliliters) sun-dried tomatoes, drained
- ¼ cup (59 milliliters) kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- 3 sprigs fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) dried dill
Seasonings:
- ¼ cup (59 milliliters) capers
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 grams) sea salt
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) paprika
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) ground ginger
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and position a spacious parchment paper sheet on a standard baking tray.
- Position the salmon fillet centrally on the parchment paper, then generously season with sea salt, paprika, ground ginger, and dried dill to enhance the fish’s natural flavors.
- Distribute kalamata olives, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, capers, and fresh dill uniformly across the salmon’s surface, ensuring even coverage.
- Drizzle the entire fillet with vibrant pesto sauce, allowing the herbaceous condiment to complement the Mediterranean-inspired ingredients.
- Carefully fold the parchment paper around the salmon, creating a secure and tight packet that will trap moisture and preserve delicate flavors.
- Use kitchen twine to reinforce the packet’s closure, preventing any steam from escaping during the cooking process.
- Place the sealed packet on the middle oven rack and bake for 20-30 minutes, depending on the salmon’s thickness, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from the oven and allow the packet to rest for 2-3 minutes before carefully opening to release aromatic steam.
- Gently slice the salmon and serve immediately with complementary side dishes that enhance the Mediterranean profile.
Notes
- Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean coast with this elegant, effortless seafood dish that seals in every aromatic flavor.
- Parchment paper creates a steamy, moisture-rich environment ensuring your salmon remains tender and succulent without drying out.
- Prepare this recipe ahead of time and refrigerate the assembled packet, making it perfect for quick weeknight dinners or impressive dinner parties.
- Choose fresh, high-quality salmon fillet with vibrant color and minimal odor to guarantee the best possible taste and texture.
- Customize your packet by swapping ingredients like replacing olives with roasted red peppers or adding pine nuts for extra crunch.
- Pro tip: Check salmon’s doneness by gently pressing the center – it should flake easily and appear opaque throughout.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg