High Protein Herb-Crusted Roast Salmon
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this High Protein Herb-Crusted Roast Salmon—a flavorful and nutritious dish that’s as impressive as it is easy to prepare. Perfectly flaky salmon fillets are topped with a savory crust featuring fresh parsley, dill, thyme, garlic, and lemon zest, blended with crunchy panko breadcrumbs for irresistible texture. A touch of melted butter and olive oil adds richness, while the oven-roasting technique ensures the salmon stays moist and tender. Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish, this recipe is ideal for feeding a healthy appetite while showcasing vibrant, natural flavors. Serve with lemon wedges for a zesty finishing touch and enjoy a protein-packed meal your family will request again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 6 ounces each) salmon fillet
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, then remove from heat.
In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and garlic, parsley, dill, thyme, lemon zest, panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is well combined.
Spoon the herb mixture over the salmon fillets, pressing down lightly to ensure it adheres to the fish.
Roast the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the topping is golden brown.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the herb-crusted salmon with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2544 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.2 g | 230% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.6 g | 238% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 38.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 532 mg | 177% | |
| Sodium | 4712 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.6 g | ||
| Protein | 181.4 g | 363% | |
| Vitamin D | 93.2 mcg | 466% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 3249 mg | 69% | |
*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.
