Yogurt-Marinated Salmon with Herbs and Spices

This yogurt-marinated salmon is a simple but flavorful dish that's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The yogurt marinade helps to keep the salmon moist and tender, while the herbs and spices add a delicious flavor. Serve this salmon with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, rice, or pasta.

I first came across this recipe in a cookbook a few years ago, and I've been making it ever since. It's one of my go-to recipes for salmon because it's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I've experimented with different herbs and spices over the years, and I've found that the combination of oregano, basil, and thyme is my favorite. These herbs give the salmon a bright, fresh flavor that's perfect for spring and summer. Of course, you can adjust the herbs and spices to your own taste. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead. Just be sure to use about 1/3 of the amount of dried herbs as you would fresh herbs.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 pound salmon fillet
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, oregano, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
4. Spread the marinade over the salmon fillet and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through.
6. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The yogurt marinade helps to keep the salmon moist and tender.
• The herbs and spices add a delicious flavor to the salmon.
• This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste.