Description
A quick and easy dish that elevates salmon with a crispy Parmesan crust, perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Place the salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spread the Parmesan mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and the crust is golden.
- Garnish with parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, don’t rush the baking process and consider adding garlic powder or fresh breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg