Garlic Parmesan Crusted Salmon Fillets

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Calories: ~430 per serving

Ingredients

• 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp paprika

Garlic Parmesan Crust

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs

• 3 tbsp melted butter

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• 1 tbsp chopped parsley

• Zest of 1 lemon (optional but recommended)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.

2. Pat salmon dry. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

3. In a bowl, mix Parmesan, panko, melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, parsley, and lemon zest.

4. Press the mixture firmly on top of each salmon fillet, creating a thick crust.

5. Bake 12–15 minutes, depending on thickness, until salmon flakes easily and the crust is golden.

6. Broil 1–2 minutes at the end if you want a deeper golden crust.

7. Serve with lemon wedges and fresh parsley.