Panko Crusted Salmon

This Panko Crusted Salmon offers a delightful combination of flaky salmon topped with a crunchy, flavorful panko crust. It's a simple yet elegant dish that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Full Recipe:

Ingredients

• ½ cup panko breadcrumbs

• 4 tablespoons butter, room temperature

• ½ teaspoon kosher salt

• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

• ⅓ cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped

• 1 teaspoon garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

• ¼ teaspoon onion powder

• 4 salmon fillets (4–6 oz each, about 1 inch thick)

Directions

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 415°F (213°C).

2. Prepare Panko Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine panko, butter, salt, pepper, parsley, garlic, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder. Use a fork to break apart the butter and mix until well combined.

3. Prepare Salmon: Place the salmon fillets in a deep baking dish.

4. Apply Panko Mixture: Generously spread the panko mixture on top of each salmon fillet, pressing gently to adhere.

5. Bake: Place the salmon in the preheated oven on the middle rack. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C) at the thickest part.

6. Rest and Serve: Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: Approximately 290 kcal

• Protein: 38 g

• Fat: 15 g

• Carbohydrates: 0.4 g

• Sodium: 133 mg

• Cholesterol: 87 mg

• Sugar: 0 g