Whole30 Coconut Crusted Salmon
Bring bold tropical vibes to your dinner table with this mouthwatering Whole30 Coconut Crusted Salmon recipe! Perfectly tender salmon fillets are coated in a crispy crust of unsweetened shredded coconut and almond flour, infused with hints of lime zest and garlic powder for a flavor-packed punch. This gluten-free, dairy-free dish is pan-seared for a nutty golden exterior, then baked to flaky perfection. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick and wholesome option for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad to complete this nourishing, Whole30-approved meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces salmon fillets
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a shallow dish, combine the shredded coconut, almond flour, lime zest, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
In another shallow bowl, beat the eggs until well mixed.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Dip each fillet into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is completely coated.
Press the egg-coated salmon into the coconut mixture, making sure to cover all sides with the coconut mixture.
Heat coconut oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat until melted and hot.
Add the coated salmon fillets to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the coconut crust is golden brown.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the salmon cool for a couple of minutes before serving.
Garnish with extra lime zest or fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 171.4 g | 220% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.0 g | 420% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 1743 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.0 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.3 g | ||
| Protein | 133.5 g | 267% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 658 mg | 14% | |
*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.
