Healthy Baked Salmon with Fennel and Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
2
35 min
Nutrition Facts
*per one serving
Calories
400 kcal
Protein
30 g
Description
Enjoy a healthy and flavorful dinner with this baked salmon dish, featuring fresh fennel and sweet roasted cherry tomatoes. The tender, juicy salmon pairs perfectly with aromatic fennel and caramelized tomatoes, offering a nutritious, low-carb meal that's simple to prepare. Ideal for a wholesome and easy weeknight dinner that's packed with vitamins and omega-3s.
Lighter Version
For a faster, lighter version, skip pre-cooking the fennel and roast it directly with the tomatoes and salmon to save time without compromising on flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 medium fennel
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- 1 lemon (juiced)
- 175g cherry tomatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 350g salmon
- Black olives (optional)
Items Required
- Ovenproof dish
- Knife
- Saucepan
Instructions
- Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4
- Trim the fronds from the fennel and set aside
- Cut the fennel bulbs in half, then cut each half into 3 wedges
- Cook in boiling salted water for 10 mins, then drain well
- Chop the fennel fronds roughly, then mix with the parsley and lemon zest
- Spread the drained fennel over a shallow ovenproof dish, then add the tomatoes
- Drizzle with olive oil, then bake for 10 mins
- Nestle the salmon among the veg, sprinkle with lemon juice, then bake 15 mins more until the fish is just cooked
- Scatter over the parsley and serve
