Description
Perfect Parmesan Crusted Salmon is a delightful dish that transforms an ordinary weeknight dinner into a gourmet experience. With tender salmon fillets topped with a crispy, cheesy crust infused with fresh herbs and zesty lemon, this recipe is both visually stunning and incredibly flavorful. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal with family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, parsley, dill, and lemon juice until well mixed.
- Spread the cheese mixture generously over each salmon fillet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the cheese is golden brown.
- Allow to cool for 1 minute before serving with additional lemon wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet
- Calories: 367
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 518mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 105mg