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    Baked Salmon with Cucumber Mint Salsa

    Published: Aug 21, 2017 / Updated: Sep 2, 2018 / 25 Comments

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    This healthy baked salmon with cucumber salsa is a quick, tasty, and fresh meal!

    plate with healthy baked salmon and cucumber mint salsa

    I love simple baked salmon. I buy what looks good, and in this case, it was a lovely piece of bright red wild sockeye salmon. A good piece of fish doesn't need much to enhance its flavor. I added a little bit of olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder prior to popping it into the oven.

    The rest of that piece of salmon went to another dish that sadly won't make it to the blog because I just wasn't impressed enough with it. Still ate it, though. 😛

    glass bowl with cucumber mint salsa

    The quick cucumber salsa is just as simple.

    Cucumber (I love the Persian/mini ones), mint, salt & pepper, olive oil, lemon juice, and za'atar spices make it sparkle. It pairs wonderfully with the salmon. Cucumber and salmon just go so well together!

    You can serve this dish when the fish is straight out of the oven, or you can make everything a few hours ahead and let it chill in the fridge. It tastes good either way!

    teal plate with baked salmon and cucumber mint salsa

    I ate the salmon and cucumber salsa as a light meal, but you could just as easily make some rice with it or a large salad. Whatever floats your boat. It's still summer and summer eats should be easy!

    If you're curious about za'atar, it's simply a blend of spices that's popular in Middle Eastern cooking. It typically consists of dried thyme, sumac, and sesame seeds (and sometimes oregano and/or marjoram).

    Here's some more info on it from my go-to cooking resource, The Kitchn, if you're interested. I've been seeing it in grocery stores a lot lately, so you likely won't have to go to a specialist shop to find it. I look forward to using it in more recipes because it's really good!

    plate with baked salmon with mint cucumber salsa

    Hope you'll enjoy this healthy baked salmon recipe!

    You may also like my baked salmon with a lemon shallot butter sauce (which happens to be the first recipe I ever posted on this blog!), my healthy salmon tacos, or my healthy salmon Caesar salad.

    Questions? Leave me a comment.

    This healthy baked salmon with cucumber mint salsa is a quick, tasty, and fresh meal!

    Baked Salmon with Cucumber Mint Salsa

    This healthy baked salmon with cucumber mint salsa is a quick, tasty, and fresh meal!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2
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    Ingredients
     

    • 2 pieces salmon (or 1 larger piece totaling about 1 pound)
    • Olive oil
    • Garlic powder
    • Salt & pepper to taste

    Cucumber salsa:

    • 3 Persian cucumbers chopped
    • Small handful fresh mint chopped finely
    • 1/4 teaspoon za'atar (or more to taste)
    • 1 teaspoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • Salt & pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 375F and move the rack to the top third of the oven. Line a baking sheet with foil for easy clean-up.
    • Lightly coat the salmon in some olive oil, and then gently sprinkle on a bit of garlic powder and salt & pepper. Bake until it's cooked through (check after 8-10 minutes for a thinner piece of salmon)... a good rule of thumb is about 5 minutes baking time per half inch of thickness. 
    • Meanwhile, combine all the cucumber salsa ingredients in a bowl and refrigerate until needed.
    • Once the fish is done, serve it with the cucumber salsa on the side. This dish is also very tasty when the salmon is cooked then chilled for a few hours.
    Keyword salmon with cucumber salsa
    Author Natasha Bull
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    1. Beth says

      February 27, 2021 at 8:54 PM

      5 stars
      Wow, that was delicious, and so incredibly easy! The za’atar was easy to find in my local store and added a nice extra level to the dish. Will definitely make again!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        February 28, 2021 at 2:33 PM

        I'm so happy you liked it, Beth! 😀

        Reply
    2. Catherine Dudek says

      June 14, 2018 at 4:03 PM

      5 stars
      Sounds scrumptious! I will definitely be trying this soon! I love your Instagram page, excited to start using the recipes on your blog 🙂 So glad I found you in Superfood Smoothie Bowls.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        June 15, 2018 at 8:38 PM

        Thanks so much! I hope you enjoy it, and I am so happy you found me. 🙂

        Reply
    3. Lydia says

      September 14, 2017 at 5:23 AM

      I tried this out last night and it was super super delicious! Love your recipes and the quality of your blog. Thank you for being amazing!

      https://lydiaanncooper.wordpress.com/

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 14, 2017 at 8:32 AM

        Thanks so much for the kind words, Lydia! I'm so glad you liked the recipe. 🙂

        Reply
    4. The Girl with the Camera says

      September 11, 2017 at 3:09 PM

      5 stars
      Love the pictures! They make me want to eat the entire meal!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        September 11, 2017 at 4:13 PM

        Thank you!!

        Reply
    5. Mira says

      August 22, 2017 at 10:31 PM

      5 stars
      This salmon looks perfect! Love the cucumber mint salsa!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 23, 2017 at 6:47 AM

        Thanks, Mira!! 💕

        Reply
    6. Natasha's Sister says

      August 22, 2017 at 3:27 PM

      Can you make this for me but without the salmon?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 22, 2017 at 3:33 PM

        🤔

        Reply
    7. Matt Robinson says

      August 22, 2017 at 12:07 PM

      Quick and easy meals like this are the best!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 22, 2017 at 12:15 PM

        Thanks, Matt!!

        Reply
    8. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

      August 22, 2017 at 11:57 AM

      I LOVE salmon and this cucumber mint salsa looks amazing!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 22, 2017 at 12:01 PM

        Thanks so much, Alice!!

        Reply
    9. Lindsay Cotter says

      August 21, 2017 at 10:04 PM

      i call this summer on a plate! Light, refreshing, healthy, and DELISH!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 22, 2017 at 6:44 AM

        Thanks so much, Lindsay!! 😎

        Reply
    10. Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says

      August 21, 2017 at 7:15 PM

      Cucumber mint <3

      Reply
    11. Katherine | Love In My Oven says

      August 21, 2017 at 3:23 PM

      I LOVE simple baked salmon as well! I feel so lucky that I found this recipe, as I have some fresh mint in the fridge that I need to use up.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 21, 2017 at 5:46 PM

        Thanks, Katherine!! Let me know if you do make it. 🙂 Hope you like it!

        Reply
    12. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      August 21, 2017 at 1:22 PM

      Love this dish Natasha! So healthy and light! And your photos are just gorgeous!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 21, 2017 at 2:20 PM

        Aw thanks so much! 😊

        Reply
    13. Leigh Ann says

      August 21, 2017 at 12:06 PM

      This sounds so delicious and is gorgeous plated too!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 21, 2017 at 12:17 PM

        Thanks, Leigh Ann!! Have a great week. 🙂

        Reply

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