Lemon and Parmesan Crusted Salmon
Transform your weeknight dinner into a gourmet experience with this Lemon and Parmesan Crusted Salmon recipe. Featuring juicy, flaky salmon fillets crowned with a golden, savory crust made from zesty lemon, crunchy panko breadcrumbs, and rich parmesan cheese, this dish strikes the perfect balance of flavor and texture. Enhanced with the subtle aroma of garlic and parsley, and finished with a drizzle of olive oil, each bite is bursting with vibrant, fresh flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this oven-baked salmon recipe is as simple as it is delicious—making it perfect for busy weeknights or elegant entertaining. Serve it with a side of roasted vegetables, a fresh salad, or fluffy rice for a complete meal that’s as nutritious as it is satisfying. Don't miss out on this irresistible combination of Mediterranean-inspired ingredients for your next seafood dinner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 0.75 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with oil.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down. Pat them dry with a paper towel to ensure the topping adheres well.
In a medium bowl, combine the lemon zest, parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Add the olive oil and lemon juice to the dry mixture, stirring until it forms a crumbly consistency.
Spread the mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet, gently pressing it down with your fingers to create a solid crust.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden brown.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh parsley or lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.5 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.4 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 280 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 3197 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.2 g | ||
| Protein | 141.9 g | 284% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 919 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 59 mg | 1% | |
*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.
