Herb crusted salmon is an easy, delicious, healthy dish everyone loves. Tender, flaky salmon is coated in an herbed, parmesan breadcrumb crust that delivers a lovely crunch without frying.

I love making salmon. There are just so many ways you can dress it up! From sauces and fancy recipes to simple herbed coatings like the one in this recipe, I make all kinds of salmon recipes for my family. This is one of my favorites because it's so easy and healthy.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• It only uses a handful of simple ingredients.
• It's an easy recipe that even beginners can make.
• The herbs and parmesan cheese add a kick of flavor to every bite.
• It's a quick recipe perfect for weeknight dinners.

Top Tip

Pat the salmon dry before adding the herbed crust mixture. This allows it to stick more readily to the fish and get an crispier exterior.

Ingredients

You'll only need a few simple ingredients to make this recipe, and chances are good that you'll only have to shop for one of them!

All the ingredients are listed here, but you'll find their exact amounts in the recipe card at the end of the post.

• Salmon filets, skin on
• Olive oil
• Breadcrumbs
• Grated parmesan cheese
• Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Salt
• Pepper

Instructions

This is an easy recipe that comes together quickly, making it perfect for any night of the week. You'll be in and out of the kitchen in no time!

The recipe highlights are listed here, but you can find the full instructions in the recipe card at the end of the post.

1: Combine the seasonings, breadcrumbs, cheese, and oil in a small bowl.

2: Coat the top of each fillet with the mixture.

3: Place the fillets on a baking sheet lined with foil that's been coated in non-stick spray and baked until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Substitutions and Variations

• Your favorite firm fish fillets will work well for this recipe.
• Use your favorite herb combination to suit your specific taste.
• Try adding crushed nuts for more texture and flavor.
• Add red pepper flakes for a kick of heat.

Equipment

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Mixing bowl
• Baking sheet
• Foil

Storage

Refrigerate this salmon for up to 4 days in an air-tight container. For longer storage, wrap the fillets in plastic wrap and freeze them for up to 3 months in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag.

To reheat the salmon, defrost it in the refrigerator overnight if frozen. Then, place it on a baking sheet and bake at 350 until heated through.

What to Serve with Herb Crusted Salmon

Serve this salmon with rice or pasta and pair it with your favorite vegetables. Green beans, asparagus, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, or any of your other favorites will all work well.

Tips for Making the Best Herb Crusted Salmon

• Pat the fish dry with a paper towel before coating it in the breadcrumb mixture. This makes a crispier coating.
• Be sure you spray your foil with non-stick spray, so your fish easily pulls away from the baking sheet.
• Check your fillets for bones before preparing them. While there are normally no bones in fillets, the occasional bone can slip through the cracks.

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