Description
A quick and healthy salmon dish with a crunchy almond crust and bright lemon zest, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets (6–8 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup almonds, chopped or crushed
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides, then brush lightly with olive oil.
- In a medium shallow bowl, combine the chopped almonds, panko breadcrumbs, and lemon zest. Dip each salmon fillet into the mixture, pressing lightly to help it stick.
- Preheat a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, place the salmon fillets in the pan. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until the crust is golden and the salmon is cooked through.
- Transfer the salmon to a plate and let it rest for a minute before serving.
Notes
Pairs well with roasted vegetables, quinoa, or a fresh salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 60mg