Description
Indulge in this Parmesan Crusted Salmon, featuring perfectly baked fillets topped with a crunchy golden crust. The savory blend of Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, and fresh herbs creates a delicious contrast to the tender salmon underneath. This simple yet impressive dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, and it’s sure to be a hit at your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley or dill, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rinse and pat dry salmon fillets; place skin-side down on the baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, mix together Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, fresh herbs, and lemon zest.
- Drizzle olive oil into the breadcrumb mixture and combine until well mixed.
- Generously spread the topping over each salmon fillet; press down gently for adherence.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg