Description
Savor this quick and healthy Herb Crusted Salmon recipe, infused with fresh herbs and zesty lemon, perfect for any dinner occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh thyme, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix parsley, dill, thyme, garlic, panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Evenly distribute the herb mixture over the fillets, pressing gently to adhere.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salmon before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the herb mixture with your favorite herbs or add a dash of paprika for extra flavor.
- Ensure the salmon is not overcooked; aim for an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg