Roasted Salmon with Tomatoes and Olives

Delight in this vibrant and flavorful dish featuring roasted salmon fillet paired with juicy tomatoes and briny olives. This meal is not only healthy but also bursting with Mediterranean flavors, making it a perfect choice for a nutritious dinner.

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, combine the cherry tomatoes, green olives, minced garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
3. Place the salmon fillet on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Spoon the tomato and olive mixture over the salmon fillet.
5. Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serve warm.

• 1 salmon fillet (6 oz)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup green olives, pitted and halved
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)