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Baked Salmon with Mayo and Parmesan Herb Crust

Baked Salmon with Mayo and Parmesan Herb Crust

Baked Salmon with Mayo and Parmesan Herb Crust is a quick, flavorful dish that elevates your dining experience with its crunchy herb topping.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 4 fillets Salmon Fillets skin removed
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil extra virgin for best flavor
For the Topping
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise opt for full-fat mayo
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or Pecorino Romano for sharper flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill or tarragon, optional
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest lime zest can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder can substitute with minced garlic
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel.
  2. Drizzle each fillet with olive oil and season generously with salt and black pepper.
  3. Allow the salmon to rest for about 5 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, parsley, dill, lemon zest, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth.
  5. Spread the topping evenly over each salmon fillet.
  6. Place salmon on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until crust is golden and salmon flakes easily.
  7. Let the salmon rest for about 3 minutes, then garnish with parsley and lemon before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 37gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure salmon is at room temperature before cooking and dry the fillets to achieve a crispy crust.

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