Restaurant-Quality Fish Dinner Made Simple
Recipe Overview
This garlic herb crusted salmon transforms simple ingredients into an elegant, restaurant-worthy dish—perfect for cozy weeknights or impressing guests. A golden, crisp herb crust gives way to tender, flaky salmon, while a lemon butter sauce adds brightness and richness. Done in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients 🛒
For the Salmon 🐟
- 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each), skin removed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 黒コショウ小さじ1/2
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
For the Herb Crust 🌿
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- ニンニク3かけ(みじん切り)
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 tbsp melted butter
For the Lemon Butter Sauce 🍋
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 新鮮なレモン汁 ¼カップ
- 2 tbsp white wine (オプション)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 塩コショウで味を整える
Instructions 👨🍳
Step 1: Preheat Oven & Prep Salmon
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment. Pat salmon dry and place fillets on the sheet. Season with salt and pepper, then brush tops with olive oil.
Step 2: Mix the Herb Crust
In a bowl, combine panko, parsley, dill, garlic, Parmesan, and lemon zest. Drizzle with melted butter and mix until evenly moistened.
Step 3: Coat with Dijon & Crust
Brush each salmon fillet with Dijon mustard. Top evenly with the herb crust, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 4: Bake
Bake 12–15 minutes, or until the salmon flakes with a fork and internal temp hits 145°F (63°C). Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end if needed to brown the crust.
Step 5: Make Lemon Butter Sauce
While the salmon bakes, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds. Add lemon juice and wine; simmer 2–3 minutes. Stir in parsley and season with salt and pepper.
Step 6: Rest & Serve
Let salmon rest 3–4 minutes. Plate and drizzle with warm lemon butter sauce. Serve with rice, veggies, or a fresh salad.
Pro Tips for Perfect Salmon 💡
- 🌡️ Use a Thermometer: Pull at exactly 145°F for ideal flakiness.
- 🧊 Quality Matters: Use fresh salmon if possible; if frozen, thaw fully and dry well.
- 🍋 Fresh Herbs > Dried: Fresh parsley and dill really shine here.
- ⏰ Don’t Overbake: Salmon keeps cooking after you remove it. Let it rest!
- 🍽️ Pairings: Try roasted asparagus, wild rice, or an arugula salad. A chilled Sauvignon Blanc is a great match.
Nutrition (Per Serving) 📊
- カロリー: 380
- タンパク質: 35グラム
- 脂肪: 18グラム
- 炭水化物: 12グラム
- ファイバ: 2グラム
- ナトリウム: 450mg
Recipe Notes
- Gluten-Free? Sub with gluten-free panko or crushed almonds.
- Keto-Friendly? Yes—with low-carb sides.
- Storage: Keeps 3 days in the fridge. Reheat at 300°F for ~6 minutes.
- Make-Ahead: Prep herb crust mixture up to 2 days early and refrigerate.