Dairy-Free Coconut Crusted Salmon
Elevate your seafood game with this Dairy-Free Coconut Crusted Salmon, a vibrant, tropical-inspired dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Featuring flaky salmon fillets coated in a golden, crispy blend of unsweetened shredded coconut, gluten-free panko breadcrumbs, lime zest, and fresh cilantro, this recipe dazzles with zesty, aromatic flavors. A quick dip in creamy coconut milk ensures the perfect crust while keeping the recipe completely dairy-free. Baked to crisp perfection in just 15 minutes, this dish is a hassle-free showstopper and pairs beautifully with lime wedges for a subtle tangy finish. Perfect for weeknights or entertaining, it’s a wholesome, gluten-free seafood recipe that will make your taste buds sing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs (gluten-free if necessary)
- 1 tablespoon lime zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup coconut milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing)
- 4 pieces lime wedges
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease with olive oil.
In a shallow dish, combine the shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, lime zest, chopped cilantro, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
Pour the coconut milk into a separate shallow dish. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
Dip each salmon fillet into the coconut milk, making sure to coat all sides.
Press each salmon fillet into the coconut mixture, turning to ensure that all sides are evenly coated. Place the coated fillets onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the coconut crust is golden brown and crispy.
Once cooked, remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes. Serve the coconut crusted salmon with lime wedges on the side for squeezing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1875 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.9 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.1 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2001 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.9 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.3 g | ||
| Protein | 114.7 g | 229% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 694 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
