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Baked salmon with crispy breadcrumb topping and fresh green salad on a white plate.

Panko-Crusted Salmon

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 305 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 salmon fillets about 5 ounces each
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon zest optional
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Position the salmon fillets on the baking sheet with the skin facing down, if there is any. Apply a light coat of Dijon mustard on each fillet and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to taste.
    Seasoned salmon fillets with herbs on baking sheet prepped for cooking.
  • In a small bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, olive oil, and lemon zest.
    Buttery homemade breadcrumb topping in a white bowl with a silver spoon, perfect for baked dishes.
  • Sprinkle the panko mixture evenly on top of each salmon fillet.
    Golden breaded salmon fillets on parchment paper ready for baking.
  • Place in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily when tested with a fork.
    Baked salmon fillets with breadcrumb topping on baking sheet.
  • Let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
    Baked salmon with breadcrumb topping and fresh herbs on white baking dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 305kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 593mgFiber: 1g
Keyword Panko-Crusted Salmon
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