Nut-Free Coconut Crusted Salmon

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Nut-Free Coconut Crusted Salmon—a delightful blend of crispy textures and tropical flavors. Perfect for seafood lovers and allergy-conscious eaters, this recipe replaces traditional nut coatings with a golden crust made from unsweetened shredded coconut and panko breadcrumbs. Seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, and seared to perfection before finishing in the oven, the salmon achieves a tantalizing balance of crunch and tenderness. A squeeze of fresh lime juice adds a zesty burst, making this dish a crowd-pleasing option in under 35 minutes. Ideal for busy weeknights or impressive entertaining, it pairs beautifully with steamed rice or a vibrant green salad for a wholesome, flavor-packed meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces salmon fillets
• 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 whole lime

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, combine the shredded coconut, panko breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well.

Step 3

In another bowl, beat the eggs until fully combined.

Step 4

Spread the flour in a separate shallow dish.

Step 5

Pat dry the salmon fillets with paper towels. Dip each fillet in the flour, ensuring it's lightly coated on all sides.

Step 6

Next, dip the floured salmon into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.

Step 7

Finally, press each fillet into the coconut-panko mixture, coating both sides evenly and pressing down gently to ensure the mixture adheres well.

Step 8

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully add the salmon fillets to the skillet, cooking for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Step 9

Transfer the seared salmon fillets onto the prepared baking sheet and place in the oven.

Step 10

Bake for about 12-15 minutes until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 11

Serve the salmon immediately, garnished with lime wedges for squeezing over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(839.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2105.6

Total Fat 148.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 572mg	0%
Sodium 1931.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.9g	0%
Total Sugars 9.4g
Protein 130.0g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 117.5mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 739.3mg	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: 62.3%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 13.5%