Pecan Encrusted Salmon with Dijon Honey Glaze

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Pecan Encrusted Salmon with Dijon Honey Glaze. This dish features tender, flaky salmon fillets coated in a crunchy pecan and panko crust that's perfectly seasoned with garlic and melted butter. The star of the recipe is the sweet and tangy Dijon honey glaze, which adds a rich layer of flavor and ensures the pecan coating adheres beautifully. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick yet elegant dinner bakes to golden perfection and pairs wonderfully with a fresh squeeze of lemon for a zesty finish. Ideal for a healthy family meal or an impressive dinner party centerpiece, this recipe delivers both gourmet flavor and wholesome satisfaction.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 ounces each) salmon fillets
• 1 cup (finely chopped) pecans
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons (melted) unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 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

In a small bowl, mix the Dijon mustard and honey until well combined. Set aside.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine the finely chopped pecans, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle the melted butter over the mixture and stir until the crumbs are evenly coated.

Step 4

Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel and season lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 5

Brush the top of each salmon fillet generously with the Dijon honey mixture.

Step 6

Press the pecan mixture onto the glazed side of each salmon fillet, gently pressing to adhere the coating.

Step 7

Place the salmon fillets onto the prepared baking sheet, skin-side down.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve warm, with a lemon wedge on the side for added brightness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(973.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2607.2

Total Fat 196.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.9g
Cholesterol 334.2mg	0%
Sodium 2937.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.0g	0%
Total Sugars 40.9g
Protein 155.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 101.1mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 496.5mg	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: 65.9%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 10.9%