Herb Crusted Baked Salmon
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
377 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Herb Crusted Baked Salmon
Description
This recipe begins by preparing a crust using panko breadcrumbs combined with melted butter, chopped fresh herbs including parsley and dill, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and lemon zest. The salmon filet is placed on a foil-lined pan coated with cooking spray, brushed with melted butter, salted and peppered, then squeezed with fresh lemon juice.
The herb crust is spread evenly over the top of the salmon, which is then baked in a 400°F oven until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Baking times vary according to thickness, usually between 13 to 17 minutes. The crust becomes golden and crunchy while the salmon remains tender and juicy underneath.
The dish is served with lemon wedges for an extra burst of fresh citrus. The combination of panko and fresh herbs in the crust adds a crunchy contrast to the soft salmon and enriches the flavor profile with fragrant herbal and cheesy notes.
Checking doneness by flaking and using a food thermometer (145°F) ensures the salmon is cooked safely without drying out.
Ingredients
- 1 salmon filet 3-4 pounds
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 1 lemon divided
- salt
- black pepper
Topping
- ¾ cup panko bread crumbs
- 3 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 tablespoons parsley chopped, fresh
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese shredded
- 1 tablespoon dill chopped, fresh
- 3 cloves garlic minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Zest the lemon, and set the zest aside. Cut the lemon in half.
- In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, butter, parsley, Parmesan cheese, dill, garlic, and the reserved lemon zest.
- Line a pan with foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Place salmon on the pan and brush with melted butter. Season with salt and pepper and squeeze ½ of the lemon over top.
- Sprinkle crumb mixture over salmon. Bake uncovered 13-17 minutes or until salmon flakes easily and is cooked.
- Cut the remaining lemon into wedges and serve with the salmon.
Notes
- Cooking time depends on salmon thickness; aim for an internal temperature of 145°F for safety.
- Test doneness by checking if salmon flakes easily with a fork but remains moist.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 377 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 377 | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 128mg | 43% |
| Sodium | 212mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 1012mg | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 390IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 8.8mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 57mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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