Dinner
Lemon Herb Salmon with Greens
Dairy-Free
Gluten-Free
High Protein
Mediterranean-Style
Nutrient-Dense
Omega-3 Rich
⏱ 20 min total
🍴 Serves 2
A simple, elegant salmon dinner with Mediterranean herbs, wilted spinach and lentils or brown rice.
Salmon provides omega-3 fatty acids that support gut lining integrity, while leafy greens and whole grains add fibre and important micronutrients.
Ingredients
Servings
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- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup cooked lentils or brown rice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Method
- 1 Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper.
- 2 Place the salmon fillets on the tray, drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then sprinkle with dried oregano and season with salt and pepper — rub gently so the seasoning sticks.
- 3 Bake for 12–15 minutes depending on thickness, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and is opaque in the centre — check the thickest part of the fillet, as it will still look slightly translucent when perfectly cooked and firm up further as it rests.
- 4 While the salmon bakes, heat a splash of olive oil in a small pan over medium heat and sauté the spinach for 1–2 minutes, tossing constantly, until just wilted — remove it from the heat as soon as it collapses, as it keeps cooking in the residual heat.
- 5 Warm the cooked lentils or brown rice through, then serve the salmon on top of the spinach with the lentils or rice alongside.
For general information only. This recipe is for general information and is not a substitute for professional medical or dietary advice. Always talk to your GP, dietitian or healthcare team before making significant changes to your diet, especially if you are managing a gastrointestinal condition.