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4 salmon fillets baked in a white baking dish crusted with pistachio.
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Pistachio Crusted Salmon 

Easy-to-make, salmon fillets topped with a delicious pistachio parmesan crust and then baked to a flaky perfection.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time22 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 4
Author: Rena

Ingredients

  • 4 skinless salmon filets 6oz each
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 cup shelled roasted pistachios
  • 1/4 cup shaved parmesan
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Greens optional: or lemon wedges, to serve with

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400º F and spray a large baking dish with a bit of cooking oil spray.
  • Place the 4 skinless salmon filets on the prepared baking dish and season with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper.
  • In a small bowl combine the 1 tablespoon dijon mustard with 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, and brush the salmon on all sides with this mixture. This will help the pistachio coating to stick to the salmon.
    4 salmon fillets in a dish, and a hand-brushing marinade on the salmon.
  • In a small food processor, add the 1 cup shelled roasted pistachios, 1/4 cup shaved parmesan, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Pulse until mostly grounded.
    pistachio, parmesan, and seasonings in a food processor.
  • Evenly spread the pistachio mixture over the salmon filets and gently press to help it adhere. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until flaky.
    pistachio crust added over salmon filet in a dish.
  • Serve with lemon wedges and Greens if using.
    flaky crusted salmon on a plate with greens.

Notes

  • Use skinless or skin-on salmon
  • If possible use while-caught salmon.
  • Don't like pistachio, use any other nuts like almonds, pecans, or walnuts.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

Nutrition

Calories: 446kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 508mg | Potassium: 1181mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 257IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 139mg | Iron: 3mg