Nut-Free Coconut Crusted Salmon
Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible Nut-Free Coconut Crusted Salmon recipe! Perfectly moist salmon fillets are coated in a crunchy, golden crust made from a flavorful blend of unsweetened shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs—without the need for nuts. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish combines a light pan-sear with oven baking for a beautifully crispy exterior and tender, flaky interior. A hint of garlic powder and lime juice add bright, zesty flavors, making it a crowd-pleasing dinner option that's both wholesome and delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or impressing guests with its tropical twist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 whole lime
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a shallow bowl, combine the shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.
In another bowl, beat the eggs until fully combined.
Spread the flour in a separate shallow dish.
Pat dry the salmon fillets with paper towels. Dip each fillet in the flour, ensuring it's lightly coated on all sides.
Next, dip the floured salmon into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
Finally, press each fillet into the coconut-panko mixture, coating both sides evenly and pressing down gently to ensure the mixture adheres well.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully add the salmon fillets to the skillet, cooking for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer the seared salmon fillets onto the prepared baking sheet and place in the oven.
Bake for about 12-15 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Serve the salmon immediately, garnished with lime wedges for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
557 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.4 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 143 mg | 48% | |
| Sodium | 496 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.3 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 39 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 203 mg | 4% | |
*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.
