Paleo Pistachio Crusted Salmon
Delight your taste buds with this Paleo Pistachio Crusted Salmon, a show-stopping dish that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful. This elegant recipe features tender salmon fillets topped with a crunchy crust made from finely chopped pistachios, fresh parsley, garlic, and zesty lemon. The combination of savory herbs and citrusy brightness takes the dish to gourmet heights with minimal effort. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a dinner party centerpiece, this high-protein, low-carb salmon is baked to perfection for a flaky, melt-in-your-mouth texture. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a short list of wholesome ingredients, this paleo-friendly recipe will quickly become a favorite. Serve it with a wedge of lemon for an extra burst of freshness, and pair it with roasted vegetables or a crisp side salad for a restaurant-worthy meal at home.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Salmon fillets
- 1 cup Pistachios (shelled and unsalted)
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 serving Lemon wedges
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Place the pistachios, fresh parsley, and garlic cloves in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped.
Step 3
Transfer the pistachio mixture to a bowl and mix in the lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and brush each fillet with olive oil.
Step 5
Press the pistachio mixture onto the top of each salmon fillet firmly, ensuring a good crust forms.
Step 6
Place the crusted salmon fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and has an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Step 8
Serve the salmon hot, with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (674.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1827.6 |
| Total Fat 136.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 18.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 200mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1590.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 36.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 8.4g | |
| Protein 128.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 161.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1328.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories