Baked Lemon Parmesan Herb Crusted Salmon for Effortless Elegance
This Baked Lemon Parmesan Herb Crusted Salmon offers a gourmet taste with minimal effort, ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Equipment
- medium bowl
- Whisk
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
For the Salmon
- 3 lb Salmon filet skin-on preferred
- 1 fruit Lemon zested, approx. 1-2 tsp zest
For the Crust
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 3 tbsp Chives minced
- 1 tbsp Thyme fresh leaves only
- 1/3 cup Parsley finely chopped
For the Butter Mixture
- 6 tbsp Salted butter softened
- 1.5 tbsp Lemon juice freshly squeezed
For Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
Directions
- In a medium bowl, combine panko, freshly grated parmesan, minced garlic, chives, thyme, parsley, and lemon zest. Mix well to ensure all the flavors blend beautifully.
- In another bowl, whisk together the softened salted butter and freshly squeezed lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
- Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking.
- Gently pat the skin-on salmon dry with paper towels and place it skin-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush half of the lemon butter mixture evenly over the top of the salmon.
- Mix the remaining butter into your breadcrumb mixture and press it firmly onto the salmon to create a generous crust.
- Roast the salmon in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is beautifully browned.
- Allow the salmon to rest for 3-5 minutes outside the oven before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for an extra pop of flavor.