Description
This Baked Salmon with Panko-Dill Crust recipe is a flavorful and healthy dish that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The salmon fillets are coated in a crunchy panko breadcrumb mixture with fresh herbs and Parmesan cheese, then baked to perfection. Serve with a squeeze of lemon for a bright and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Panko-Dill Crust:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
For Serving:
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, lightly brushed with olive oil.
- Prepare the salmon: Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the baking sheet, season with salt and black pepper.
- Make the panko-dill crust: In a bowl, combine panko, dill, parsley, lemon zest, Parmesan, melted butter, and salt. Brush the fillets with Dijon mustard and press the panko mixture on top.
- Bake the salmon: Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 12-15 minutes until cooked through and crust is golden.
- Serve: Serve warm with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Try adding a tablespoon of finely chopped chives or tarragon to the breadcrumb mixture for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
