Description
Succulent Dijon salmon brings French-inspired elegance to your dinner table with minimal effort. Crisp herb-crusted fish promises a delightful blend of tangy mustard and fresh herbs you’ll savor in every delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets (4 ounces/113 grams each)
- 1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup very finely chopped pecans
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 4 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Garnish:
- 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 400°F (200°C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper, positioning salmon fillets skin-side down.
- Create a flavorful glaze by whisking melted butter with Dijon mustard and honey in a compact mixing vessel.
- Craft a crispy topping by combining bread crumbs, finely chopped pecans, and fresh parsley in a separate mixing bowl.
- Generously coat each salmon fillet with the honey mustard mixture, ensuring even coverage and enhancing the flavor profile.
- Season the glazed fillets with a delicate sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper to elevate the taste.
- Distribute the nutty breadcrumb mixture evenly across the salmon’s surface, creating a textured and golden-brown crust.
- Transfer the prepared salmon to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, checking for a delicate flakiness in the thickest section of the fillet.
- For thicker fillets, extend cooking time slightly to ensure complete and even cooking throughout.
- Finish the dish by garnishing with a vibrant lemon wedge, adding a bright, citrusy accent to the rich salmon.
- Serve the salmon immediately while the crust remains crisp and the fish retains its succulent texture.
Notes
- Use room temperature salmon to ensure even cooking and prevent dry edges.
- Pat salmon dry with paper towels before seasoning to help the breadcrumb mixture adhere perfectly.
- Swap pecans with almonds or gluten-free breadcrumbs for dietary variations and added crunch.
- Prevent overcooking by checking salmon’s internal temperature, which should reach 145°F for food safety while maintaining moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg