Low Carb Pistachio Crusted Salmon

Elevate your dinner game with this Low Carb Pistachio Crusted Salmon, a deliciously healthy recipe that's perfect for weeknights or special occasions. This dish features tender, flaky salmon fillets topped with a golden crust of coarsely chopped pistachios, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and garlic for a flavor profile that's both nutty and herbaceous. A drizzle of olive oil and tangy lemon juice not only enhances the taste but also helps the delightful crust cling perfectly to the fish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this low-carb, protein-packed meal is as nutritious as it is flavorful. Serve this elegant entrée with roasted asparagus or a crisp green salad for a restaurant-quality dish that's surprisingly easy to make at home. Perfect for keto, gluten-free, and clean eating lifestyles, this recipe checks all the boxes for a guilt-free indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (approximately 6 oz each) salmon fillets
• 0.5 cup shelled pistachios
• 0.25 cup (grated) Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Place the pistachios in a food processor and pulse until roughly chopped. Be careful not to over-process, as you want a coarse texture.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine the chopped pistachios, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the salmon fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated. This will help the crust adhere to the fish.

Step 5

Press the pistachio mixture onto the top of each salmon fillet, forming an even crust.

Step 6

Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet, skin side down if they have skin.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the pistachio crust is golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 9

Garnish with additional fresh parsley and serve with your favorite low-carb side dish such as roasted asparagus or a green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(836.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1939.8

Total Fat 137.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 294.4mg	0%
Sodium 1891.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.1g	0%
Total Sugars 5.2g
Protein 161.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 309.3mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 707.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.8%

Protein: 32.9%

Carbs: 4.3%