Parmesan Crusted Salmon Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
17 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
241 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Parmesan Crusted Salmon Recipe
Description
This recipe layers flavor and texture by combining plain breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped thyme and chives with melted butter, salt, and pepper to make a flavorful crust. The mixture is pressed onto the top of a whole wild salmon fillet, which rests on a foil or parchment-lined baking sheet.
Baking at 400°F for about 10 to 12 minutes cooks the salmon through while browning and crisping the Parmesan crust. If the crust does not brown sufficiently during baking, a brief broil can be applied for about one minute to finish the topping's color and texture.
This method results in a dish where the salmon remains moist inside, complemented by the savory, crispy crust combining cheese, herbs, and garlic. The relatively short cooking time preserves the natural flakiness and flavor of the fish without overcooking.
For those avoiding gluten, crushed rice Chex cereal can substitute for the breadcrumbs to maintain the crust texture without gluten content.
Ingredients
- 1.5-2 pound salmon fillet whole, wild
- 1/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon thyme finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon chives finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Place the salmon fillet on the baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, mix the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic, and herbs together. Drizzle the melted butter over the top and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Mix with your hand to coat the breadcrumbs in butter.
- Sprinkle the mixture over the top of the salmon fillet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the salmon, is cooked through and the crust is golden. If the crust doesn’t brown, turn on the broiler for 1 minute, then remove. Serve warm.
Notes
- To make gluten-free, replace breadcrumbs with crushed rice Chex cereal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 241 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4ounces | |
| Calories | 241kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 76mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 180mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 578mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 200IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 75mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1.3mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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