How to Make Pistachio-Crusted Salmon - A Step-by-Step Guide

Salmon is a versatile and delicious fish that pairs well with a variety of flavors and ingredients. One popular way to prepare salmon is by adding a crunchy and flavorful crust, such as with pistachios. The combination of the rich, nutty taste of pistachios and the tender, flaky texture of salmon creates a mouthwatering dish that is sure to impress any seafood lover.

Not only is this Pistachio-Crusted Salmon recipe a delightful culinary experience, but it’s also a healthy and nutritio...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup crushed pistachios
  • 2 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 4 (6 ounce) fillets salmon with skin, center cut
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 4 lemon wedges

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine pistachios, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and butter in a small bowl; stir with a fork until evenly combined.
  • Lightly season salmon fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear salmon fillets, flesh-side down, for 2 to 3 minutes. Turn heat off and flip salmon pieces over so skin side is down.
  • Brush tops of salmon evenly with Dijon mustard. Top with pistachio mixture, pressing mixture down onto salmon.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until salmon flakes easily with a fork, 10 to 12 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.
  • Nutrition

    459 cal.

    • Total Fat: 32g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 108mg
    • Sodium: 322mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 7g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 52mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 713mg