Pistachio Crusted Baked Salmon
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
355 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pistachio Crusted Baked Salmon
Description
Pistachio Crusted Baked Salmon highlights a whole skin-on salmon fillet seasoned simply with salt and black pepper. The pistachio crust combines crushed pistachios, panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, and lemon zest to provide a flavorful, crunchy topping. The glaze is made from fresh lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic, which is drizzled over the salmon before the crust is pressed on.
Baking at 400°F for 10 to 14 minutes cooks the salmon until it flakes easily with a fork and the crust turns golden. The result is moist, flaky salmon balanced by the nutty crunch of pistachios and bright citrus notes. The Parmesan adds a subtle savory depth.
The dish can be served immediately with lemon wedges to enhance the fresh flavor. Its combination of textures and flavors makes it suitable for a refined weeknight dinner or special occasion meal.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound salmon fillet skin on, whole
- salt Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic minced, fresh
- 1/4 cup panko
- 1/3 cup pistachio crushed
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- lemon zest of 1
- lemon for serving, optional, wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the salmon fillet on the prepared baking sheet and pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, and garlic.
- In a small bowl, combine the panko, crushed pistachios, Parmesan cheese, and lemon zest. Set aside.
- Drizzle the lemon honey mixture evenly over the salmon. It is ok if some of it runs off. Sprinkle the pistachio mixture evenly on top of the salmon. Gently press down so it sticks.
- Place the pan in the oven and bake for 10 to 14 minutes or until the salmon flakes with a fork, the internal temperature should be between 125 to 130 degrees F. Time will vary depending on the thickness of the salmon.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 355 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 355kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 96mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 155mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 956mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 133IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 67mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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