Pecan Crunch Salmon
Indulge in the perfect balance of savory and sweet with this irresistible Pecan Crunch Salmon recipe. Juicy, flaky salmon fillets are coated with a luscious Dijon mustard and honey glaze, then topped with a golden, buttery crust of toasted pecans and panko breadcrumbs. Seasoned with garlic, paprika, and a touch of pepper, this oven-baked masterpiece comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an effortless yet elegant choice for weeknight dinners or dinner parties. The nutty crunch of pecans paired with the melt-in-your-mouth salmon creates a delightful texture contrast, while optional lemon wedges add a bright, citrusy finish. Ideal for seafood lovers, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also loaded with flavor, making it a show-stopping dish to impress any guest. Keywords: pecan crunch salmon, baked salmon recipe, pecan-crusted salmon, easy seafood dinner, Dijon mustard glaze.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 fillets (6 oz each) salmon fillet (skin-on or skinless)
- 1 cup pecans
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing baking sheet)
- 4 wedges lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil or line it with parchment paper.
Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down if using skin-on fillets.
In a medium bowl, combine the pecans, panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is evenly coated with butter and forms a crumbly texture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard and honey. Brush this mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.
Sprinkle the pecan mixture generously over the mustard-coated salmon, pressing gently to help it adhere.
Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the topping is golden brown.
Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes. Serve warm with optional lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2960 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 227.1 g | 291% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.1 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 553 mg | 184% | |
| Sodium | 2623 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.0 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.0 g | ||
| Protein | 168.1 g | 336% | |
| Vitamin D | 89.5 mcg | 447% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 3142 mg | 67% | |
*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.
