Crispy Parmesan Salmon Bake
A quick and delicious salmon dish with a golden, crunchy Parmesan crust that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Brush the salmon fillets generously with olive oil.
- Press the cheese and breadcrumb mixture onto the top of each salmon fillet until well-coated.
- Arrange the coated salmon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is fully cooked and the crust is golden brown.
- Serve with fresh lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
For an extra crispy topping, broil the salmon for the last 1-2 minutes of baking. Consider adding herbs like dill or parsley for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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