Tender salmon fillets topped with buttery garlic herb breadcrumbs for a fast, flavorful, and elegant main course.
# Components:
→ Salmon
01 - 4 skinless salmon fillets (6 oz each)
02 - Salt, to taste
03 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Herb Crust
04 - 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
05 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
06 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
10 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
12 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
→ To Serve
14 - Lemon wedges
15 - Fresh herbs for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease the surface.
02 - Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Arrange skinless side down on prepared baking sheet. Season evenly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, dill, chives, lemon zest, dried thyme, smoked paprika, and Parmesan cheese if using. Stir until the mixture is cohesive and evenly moistened.
04 - Evenly distribute the herb crust over the top of each salmon fillet, pressing gently so the mixture adheres.
05 - Transfer the baking sheet to the oven. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until salmon flakes easily with a fork and the crust is golden. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
06 - Remove salmon from oven and allow to rest for 2 minutes. Serve immediately with lemon wedges and a garnish of fresh herbs.
