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Parmesan Crusted Baked Salmon

Crispy Parmesan Crusted Baked Salmon for Healthy Dinner Bliss

Enjoy a delicious dinner with this Parmesan Crusted Baked Salmon recipe, delivering high protein and low carbs in under 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1 pound Salmon fillet Alternatively, use trout or another firm fish.
For the Crust
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese Use finely grated for best texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with melted butter for richer taste.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Substitute with crushed nuts for a healthier option.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Adjust amount if using fresh minced garlic.
  • 1 tablespoon Dried parsley Fresh parsley can be used or omitted.
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Preferably fresh.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Grease an oven-safe baking dish with olive oil.
  3. In a bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, parsley, salt, pepper, olive oil, and lemon juice until it resembles wet sand.
  4. Pat salmon fillets dry and place skin-side down in the greased baking dish.
  5. Spread the Parmesan mixture over the tops of the salmon fillets.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
  7. Remove from oven and let the salmon rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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