Description
Indulge in tender salmon fillets topped with a crispy, cheesy Parmesan crust and vibrant flavors of garlic and lemon. Perfect for impressing guests or a cozy family dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salmon:
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Crust:
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- 3. In a bowl, mix together grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, and lemon juice until well combined.
- 4. Spoon the crust mixture evenly over each salmon fillet, ensuring complete coverage.
- 5. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. For an extra crispy finish, broil for an additional minute.
- 6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving alongside your favorite sides, like roasted vegetables or fluffy rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg