Low Carb Pistachio Crusted Salmon
Elevate your dinner menu with this irresistible Low Carb Pistachio Crusted Salmon recipe, a perfect blend of nutty crunch and tender, flaky fish. Packed with heart-healthy fats and protein, this dish combines fresh salmon fillets with a flavorful crust made of shelled pistachios, Parmesan cheese, and aromatic garlic and parsley. A drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice ties everything together, creating a vibrant yet balanced bite that’s sure to impress. Ready in just 35 minutes, this gluten-free, keto-friendly dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it with roasted asparagus or a crisp green salad for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal right at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (approximately 6 oz each) salmon fillets
- 0.5 cup shelled pistachios
- 0.25 cup (grated) Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
- 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.
Place the pistachios in a food processor and pulse until roughly chopped. Be careful not to over-process, as you want a coarse texture.
In a small bowl, combine the chopped pistachios, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated. This will help the crust adhere to the fish.
Press the pistachio mixture onto the top of each salmon fillet, forming an even crust.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down if they have skin.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the pistachio crust is golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).
Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving.
Garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve with your favorite low-carb side dish such as roasted asparagus or a green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.2 g | 176% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.7 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 294 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 1892 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 161.8 g | 324% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 309 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 708 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.
