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Za’atar Garlic Salmon Recipe

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Za’atar Garlic Salmon is a quick and flavor-packed Mediterranean-inspired sheet pan dinner. Salmon fillets are seasoned with garlic, olive oil, za’atar, coriander, and lemon juice, then roasted alongside baby potatoes, broccoli, and grape tomatoes. The result is a fragrant, wholesome dish with earthy spices and bright citrus notes that’s ready in just 25 minutes.

  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

12 baby potatoes (about 12 oz), scrubbed

2 cups grape tomatoes (about 10 oz), halved if desired

6 oz broccoli florets

3 tbsp fresh minced garlic (about 56 cloves)

Extra virgin olive oil

Salt and black pepper, to taste

2 tsp za’atar spice, divided

1 tsp ground coriander, divided

1 lb salmon fillet, skinless

1 lemon, juiced

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss potatoes, grape tomatoes, and broccoli with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 1 tsp za’atar, and ½ tsp coriander. Spread evenly on a rimmed baking sheet.
  3. Pat salmon fillet dry, drizzle lightly with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Spread remaining garlic on top and sprinkle with remaining za’atar and coriander.
  4. Cut salmon into 4 equal pieces and place on the baking sheet with the vegetables. Drizzle with more olive oil if needed.
  5. Bake for 15–16 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and vegetables are tender.
  6. Remove from oven, squeeze fresh lemon juice over salmon, and sprinkle with extra za’atar if desired.
  7. Serve warm with Lebanese rice, salad, or Mediterranean dips.

Notes

  • Parboil or cut potatoes smaller if you prefer them softer, as they may need longer to cook than salmon.
  • This recipe works with salmon skin-on as well.
  • Try swapping or adding vegetables such as cauliflower, zucchini, or carrots.
  • Serve with sides like Mediterranean salad, baba ganoush, or roasted red pepper hummus for a complete meal.
  • Grilling also works well for this recipe if you prefer smoky flavors.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Entree
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with vegetables
  • Calories: 365
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 370 mg
  • Fat: 21 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg