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30-Minute Pistachio Crusted Salmon – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

30-Minute Pistachio Crusted Salmon

Elevate your weeknight routine with a gourmet Pistachio Crusted Salmon that's ready in just 30 minutes. A perfectly flaky salmon fillet crowned with a crunchy, savory crust of toasted pistachios, crispy panko, and salty Parmesan cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 serving
Calories: 458
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup (38 g / 1.34 oz) pistachios, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup (25 g / 0.88 oz) panko bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup (25 g / 0.88 oz) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 lb (450 g) 1 large salmon fillet, about
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5 g / 0.09 oz) salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1.25 g / 0.04 oz) black pepper
  • for Perfection
  • For an extra-crispy crust, lightly toast the panko and pistachios in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes before mixing with the cheese.
  • To help the crust adhere better, brush a very thin layer of Dijon mustard or mayonnaise over the salmon before pressing on the pistachio mixture.
  • Feel free to swap the nuts. Finely chopped almonds or pecans also work beautifully in this recipe.

Method
 

  1. Directions
  2. Prepare the Oven and Topping: Preheat your oven to 400°F / 200°C.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the finely chopped pistachios, panko bread crumbs, and grated Parmesan cheese.
  4. Mix well until everything is evenly distributed.
  5. Season the Salmon: Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  6. Place the salmon fillet on the foil, skin-side down.
  7. Season the fillet generously with salt and pepper.
  8. Crust and Bake: Firmly press the pistachio mixture onto the top of the salmon fillet, creating an even, thick crust.
  9. Bake, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The crust should be golden brown.
  10. Don't overcook the fish! Salmon is perfectly cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). For a more tender result, pull it from the oven when it reaches 135°F (57°C).

Nutrition

Calories: 458kcalCarbohydrates: 6.8gProtein: 36.2gFat: 30.5g

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