Alaska Salmon Bake with Pecan Crunch Coating

Health score
18%
Alaska Salmon Bake with Pecan Crunch Coating
30 min.
6
337kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and quick way to impress your family or guests at lunch or dinner, look no further than this Alaska Salmon Bake with Pecan Crunch Coating. This delightful dish combines the rich flavors of fresh salmon with the satisfying crunch of pecans and crispy bread crumbs, all elevated by a touch of Dijon mustard and sweet honey. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a plate that not only tastes gourmet but also boasts impressive nutritional value, with each serving clocking in at just 337 calories!

The salmon, known for its tender texture and unique flavor, is an excellent source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, making it a heart-healthy choice. By baking it, you keep the dish light and flavorful, allowing the natural essence of the fish to shine through. The added brightness of lemon wedges makes for an even more vibrant presentation, while the combination of Dijon mustard and honey creates an irresistible glaze that perfectly complements the pecan crunch coating.

This recipe is not only perfect for a family meal but also works wonderfully for entertaining guests, as it offers an easy, hands-off approach to preparing an elegant dish. So gather your ingredients and let the aroma of baked salmon fill your kitchen, inviting your loved ones to join you for a wholesome and delectable dining experience!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup bread crumbs fresh
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • tablespoons dijon mustard 
  • teaspoons parsley fresh chopped
  • teaspoons honey 
  •  lemon wedges 
  • 0.5 cup pecans finely chopped
  • 24 ounce fillets salmon 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). In a small bowl, mix together the mustard, butter, and honey. In another bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, pecans, and parsley.
  2. Season each salmon fillet with salt and pepper.
  3. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
  4. Brush with mustard-honey mixture. Cover the top of each fillet with bread crumb mixture.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes per inch of thickness, measured at thickest part, or until salmon just flakes when tested with a fork.
  6. Serve garnished with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories337kcal
Protein29.5%
Fat53.33%
Carbs17.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.63
Glycemic Load
2.87
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
20.711739021799%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.98mg
Delphinidin
0.66mg
Catechin
0.66mg
Epigallocatechin
0.51mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.21mg
Eriodictyol
3.84mg
Hesperetin
5.02mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.11mg
Luteolin
0.34mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:337.08kcal
16.85%
Fat:20.19g
31.06%
Saturated Fat:5.41g
33.79%
Carbohydrates:14.63g
4.88%
Net Carbohydrates:12.51g
4.55%
Sugar:6.27g
6.97%
Cholesterol:77.42mg
25.81%
Sodium:437.7mg
19.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.13g
50.26%
Selenium:46.74µg
66.78%
Vitamin B12:3.65µg
60.82%
Vitamin B6:0.98mg
48.94%
Vitamin B3:9.69mg
48.44%
Vitamin B2:0.49mg
28.95%
Vitamin B1:0.43mg
28.34%
Phosphorus:279.73mg
27.97%
Manganese:0.55mg
27.58%
Copper:0.43mg
21.5%
Vitamin B5:2.08mg
20.84%
Potassium:651.65mg
18.62%
Magnesium:53.07mg
13.27%
Vitamin C:9.77mg
11.84%
Folate:42.89µg
10.72%
Iron:1.83mg
10.16%
Zinc:1.35mg
8.98%
Fiber:2.12g
8.47%
Calcium:48.06mg
4.81%
Vitamin A:238.87IU
4.78%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.34%
Vitamin K:2.33µg
2.22%
Source:Allrecipes