Baked Parmesan Salmon
A quick and elegant dish of baked salmon fillets topped with a creamy Parmesan crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Create the Parmesan mixture by mixing grated Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- Prepare the salmon fillets by placing them skin-side down on a lined baking sheet.
- Spread the creamy Parmesan mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving if desired.
Notes
Choose fresh or sustainably sourced salmon for the best results. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 60mg