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Pistachio Crusted Salmon

Pistachio Crusted Salmon: A Quick Nutty Delight You’ll Love

Pistachio Crusted Salmon is a delicious and nutritious weeknight meal that combines nutty, crunchy flavors with tender salmon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 2 fillets Salmon Remove pin bones
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For coating
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup For sweetness
For the Crust
  • 1/2 cup Shelled Pistachios Substitute with other nuts if desired
For Serving
  • 2 wedges Lemon For squeezing before serving

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowl
  • paper towels

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat dry the salmon fillets with paper towels.
  3. Rub the salmon with olive oil to ensure it's evenly coated.
  4. Mix minced garlic and honey in a bowl and spread on the salmon.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, then press the chopped pistachios on top.
  6. Bake for about 15 minutes until the salmon flakes easily; let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover salmon in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the oven.

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