Description
This easy and delicious Crispy Parmesan Crusted Baked Salmon features a golden, crunchy topping that enhances the tender salmon, making it perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Salmon Fillets (wild-caught if possible)
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned, panko preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Mixed Herbs (dried parsley and dill)
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (freshly cracked, to taste)
- 1 Lemon (for squeezing on top before serving)
- Olive Oil (optional for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, mixed herbs, salt, and pepper.
- Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Press the topping mixture onto the salmon fillets.
- If desired, drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is opaque and topping is golden brown.
- Serve with a squeeze of lemon.
Notes
For a crispier topping, broil for the last 1-2 minutes. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg