Walnut Crusted Salmon

Walnut Crusted Salmon

If you want to get a double dose of heart-healthy omega 3s, try this simple and tasty walnut crusted salmon. You’ll get ALA from the walnuts and EPA and DHA from the salmon. A win-win!

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets, (4 oz, each)

  • 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped

  • 1/4 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs

  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

  • 1 tablespoon honey

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Lemon wedges for serving

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

  2. In a bowl, combine finely chopped walnuts and whole wheat breadcrumbs. Add a pinch of salt and pepper and mix well.

  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, honey, olive oil, and lemon zest.

  4. Place the salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each fillet with the Dijon mustard mixture, ensuring they are well coated.

  5. Press the walnut and breadcrumb mixture onto the top of each salmon fillet, creating a crust.

  6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and the crust is golden brown.

  7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes.

  8. Serve the walnut-crusted salmon with lemon wedges on the side.

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