If you’re looking for an easy dinner that doesn’t leave you with a pile of dirty dishes, this roasted salmon is a great choice. Everything cooks together on one sheet pan, and the combination of juicy cherry tomatoes, garlic, olives and fresh thyme gives the salmon plenty of flavor.
It’s simple enough for a busy weeknight, but still feels like a meal you’d be happy to serve to guests.
Ingredients
● 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
● ¼ cup Kalamata olives, quartered
● 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
● 4 teaspoons minced garlic
● 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
● ½ teaspoon salt, divided
● ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
● 1¼ pounds salmon fillet, cut into 4 portions
How to Make It
1. Get the oven ready
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper if you want cleanup to be even easier.
2. Prepare the tomato mixture
Add the halved cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic and fresh thyme to a bowl. Season with ¼ teaspoon of the salt and ¼ teaspoon of the pepper, then give everything a good stir.
Spread the mixture over one side of the baking sheet.
3. Add the salmon
Pat the salmon portions dry and brush them with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Season with the remaining salt and pepper, then place the salmon on the empty side of the sheet pan.
4. Roast
Place the pan in the oven and roast for about 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the tomatoes have softened and started to release their juices.
5. Serve
Spoon the warm tomato, garlic and olive mixture over the salmon just before serving.
A Simple Dinner with Big Flavor
The roasted tomatoes become juicy and slightly caramelized, while the olives and garlic add a savory, Mediterranean-style flavor to the salmon. Best of all, the entire meal comes together on one pan, making it perfect for those nights when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen.