Baked Parmesan Crusted Salmon Recipe

Flaky, juicy salmon fillets baked to perfection under a crispy parmesan crust! This easy 30-minute recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner and guaranteed to impress. Get ready for a burst of cheesy, lemony flavor!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 735.2 kcal
Protein 138g
Rating 5.0 (10 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Parmesan Crusted Salmon

  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
  • 1/2 a lemon
  • 1/4 cup crushed cracker crumbs

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How to Make Baked Parmesan Crusted Salmon

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes.
  3. Set the mayonnaise mixture aside.
  4. Place 4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Squeeze fresh lemon juice from 1/2 a lemon over each salmon fillet.
  6. Evenly spread the mayonnaise mixture over each salmon fillet.
  7. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of crushed cracker crumbs over the mayonnaise mixture on each fillet.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

33g

Carbs

11g

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