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October 08, 2024

Pistachio Crusted Roasted Salmon

Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Yields: 4 servings

Get ready to indulge in the most epic salmon dinner of your life!

Today, we’re diving into the world of pistachio-crusted salmon, and trust me, you won’t want to miss this!. No more boring, plain salmon fillets!

Imagine a deliciously crunchy topping made with chopped pistachios, garlic, honey, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice, all perfectly balanced to create a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more!

And the best part? It’s surprisingly easy to make Just preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and let the salmon come to room temperature for 15 minutes. Place the salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking tray, pat them dry with a paper towel, and season with salt and pepper.

Now it’s time to create the magic In a separate mixing bowl, stir together the maple syrup, mustard, lemon juice, garlic, and pistachios. Yes, it’s that simple!

Evenly divide the pistachio mixture on top of the salmon fillets, and press it down with the back of a spoon. Be careful when you do this as the pistachio mixture can easily fall off.

Pop that tray into the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until cooked through. You’ll know when the salmon is done when it reaches 145°F and flakes easily with a fork.

And that’s it Your pistachio-crusted salmon is ready to be devoured. Serve it with a fresh and easy side salad, like a massaged kale salad or cucumber salad, or pair it with roasted potatoes, black lentils, and roasted vegetables like roasted broccoli or roasted asparagus!

This recipe is a game-changer, and you’ll be making it again and again. The crunchy pistachio topping adds a whole new level of flavor and texture to the salmon, and it’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

So go ahead, give it a try, and get ready to indulge in the most epic salmon dinner of your life!

Printable Recipe

Ingredients

  1. 1 pound salmon fillets
  2. 1/2 cup chopped pistachios
  3. 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  4. 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  5. 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  6. 2 cloves garlic, minced
  7. Salt, to taste
  8. Pepper, to taste
  9. Parchment paper

Instructions

  1. 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2. Let the salmon fillets come to room temperature for 15 minutes.
  3. 3. Place the salmon fillets on a parchment-lined baking tray and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  4. 4. Season the salmon with salt and pepper.
  5. 5. In a separate mixing bowl, stir together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped pistachios.
  6. 6. Evenly divide the pistachio mixture on top of the salmon fillets and press it down with the back of a spoon.
  7. 7. Bake the salmon in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until it reaches 145°F and flakes easily with a fork.

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