Easy Parmesan Crusted Salmon
A simple and delicious Parmesan crusted salmon recipe that is quick enough for a weeknight dinner, making it a great alternative to takeout.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 25 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound salmon fillet
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Place the salmon fillet on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle the salmon with olive oil and lemon juice.
- Press the Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture evenly onto the top of the salmon fillet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the topping is golden brown.
Notes
- Serve with your favorite side dishes like roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
- For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of paprika to the breadcrumb mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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