Salmon Feta Bake with Cherry Tomatoes, Butter Beans, and Kalamata Olives Recipe
This vibrant and nutritious Salmon Feta Bake is a quick and easy meal packed with high-fiber ingredients such as butter beans and fresh vegetables. Featuring tender salmon topped with tangy feta, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, and a flavorful chili miso spread, it’s baked to perfection and finished with fresh arugula and a drizzle of olive oil for a light, healthy dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Salmon and Main Ingredients
- 8 ounce salmon (skin removed)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 398 ml canned butter beans (drained and rinsed)
- 400 g feta cheese
- ¼ cup kalamata olives
Seasonings and Finishes
- 2 tbsp chili miso
- 1 tsp oregano
- Sea salt and cracked pepper (to taste)
- 2 handfuls baby arugula
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the salmon dry on both sides using paper towels to ensure it bakes evenly and achieves a nice texture.
- Arrange Ingredients: In an oven-proof dish, arrange the salmon, cherry tomatoes, drained and rinsed butter beans, chunks of feta cheese, and kalamata olives evenly. Leave out the arugula for now.
- Apply Chili Miso: Spread the chili miso evenly over the top of the salmon and feta cheese. This adds a spicy, umami-rich flavor to the dish.
- Season: Sprinkle oregano, sea salt, and cracked black pepper over the entire dish to taste, enhancing the flavors of all the components.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the salmon is fully cooked and flakes easily with a fork.
- Add Arugula: Remove the dish from the oven. Scatter the fresh baby arugula over the warm ingredients and gently mix everything together to wilt the greens slightly and combine the flavors.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dish and add more sea salt and cracked pepper if desired to suit your preference.
- Drizzle and Serve: Finally, drizzle the olive oil over the dish and serve immediately, either plated or in bowls for an easy, wholesome meal.
Notes
- This recipe is naturally high in fiber due to butter beans and arugula, supporting digestive health.
- You can substitute the butter beans with cannellini or great northern beans if preferred.
- If you prefer less spice, reduce the amount of chili miso or use a mild miso paste instead.
- For a more Mediterranean twist, add fresh herbs like dill or basil before serving.
- Ensure the salmon is cooked through but not overbaked to keep it moist and tender.
