Gluten-Free Coconut Crusted Salmon
Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible Gluten-Free Coconut Crusted Salmon recipe! Perfectly flaky salmon fillets are coated in a tropical blend of shredded unsweetened coconut, zesty lime, and gluten-free breadcrumbs for a crispy, golden crust that’s bursting with flavor. This dish pairs the natural richness of salmon with the subtle sweetness of coconut and a bright citrus finish from lime zest and wedges. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe combines stovetop searing for a crunchy crust and oven baking for perfectly tender, fork-flaky salmon. Serve it for a nutritious weeknight dinner or an impressive dish for gluten-free guests. A low-carb and protein-rich delight, this coconut crusted salmon is guaranteed to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 1 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 0.5 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 large egg
- 4 pieces lime wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a shallow bowl, mix together the shredded coconut, gluten-free breadcrumbs, lime zest, salt, and black pepper.
In another bowl, beat the egg until well combined.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
Dip each salmon fillet into the beaten egg, making sure both sides are coated.
Then, press each fillet into the coconut mixture, ensuring a thick, even coating on all sides.
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the salmon fillets to the skillet, cooking for about 2 minutes on each side, until the crust is golden brown.
Transfer the salmon fillets to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Serve the coconut-crusted salmon with lime wedges on the side, for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2608 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.8 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.1 g | 420% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 492 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 2745 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.6 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.8 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 162.4 g | 325% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 145 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 428 mg | 9% | |
*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.
