Parmesan Baked Salmon

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Parmesan Baked Salmon, a perfect balance of rich flavors and crispy textures in just 30 minutes! Succulent salmon fillets are topped with a golden, garlicky Parmesan-panko crust infused with zesty lemon and a touch of paprika for a smoky kick. Baked to flaky perfection, this dish is easy to prepare yet impressive enough for entertaining. With its quick prep time, wholesome ingredients, and mouthwatering results, this recipe pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, a crisp salad, or fluffy rice pilaf. Serve with fresh lemon wedges for that final burst of brightness, and savor a meal that’s as simple as it is delicious. Keywords: Parmesan baked salmon, crispy salmon recipe, easy salmon dinner, lemon baked salmon, weeknight dinner idea.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (about 6 ounces each) salmon fillets
• 1 cup (freshly grated) Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup (preferably panko) breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed) lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoons paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons (freshly ground) black pepper
• 4 pieces (for serving) lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and place them skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried parsley, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined and the mixture resembles wet sand.

Step 4

Spoon the Parmesan mixture onto each salmon fillet, pressing it down gently with your fingers or the back of a spoon to form an even, crusted layer.

Step 5

Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and the topping is golden brown and crispy.

Step 6

Remove the salmon from the oven and let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Step 7

Garnish with lemon wedges and serve warm with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables, a fresh salad, or rice pilaf.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(987.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2339.5

Total Fat 138.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 361.1mg	0%
Sodium 4063.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 9.2g
Protein 189.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 981.5mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 132.0mg	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: 52.4%

Protein: 31.8%

Carbs: 15.7%