Baked Salmon with Pistachio and Herb Crust
The first time I tasted salmon with a pistachio crust was at a small trattoria in Cinque Terre. It was April, and the Ligurian air was thick with the scent of lemon blossoms. I remember thinking, 'This is how spring should taste.' I spent the next few years trying to recreate that magic, and this recipe is the closest I've come. You'll learn how to create a flavorful, crunchy crust that perfectly complements the richness of the salmon. The bright herbs and salty pistachios elevate a simple baked salmon into something truly special. This is more than just a recipe; it's a little piece of Italian sunshine on your plate.
9Ingredients
- 4 6 oz Salmon fillets
- ½ cup Pistachios
- ¼ cup Fresh parsley
- ¼ cup Fresh dill
- 1 Garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon Sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
Nutrition Facts
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a food processor, combine pistachios, parsley, dill, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Spread the pistachio mixture evenly over the top of each fillet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Serve immediately. Garnish with extra fresh herbs and a lemon wedge, if desired.
Chef's Tip
For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a teaspoon of lemon zest to the pistachio crust. It brightens the dish and complements the salmon beautifully.
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Baked Salmon with Pistachio and Herb Crust
Ingredients
- 4 6 oz Salmon fillets
Crust
- 0.5 cup Pistachios
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 0.25 cup Fresh dill
- 1 Garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, combine pistachios, parsley, dill, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pulse until coarsely chopped.
- Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet. Spread the pistachio mixture evenly over the top of each fillet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve immediately. Garnish with extra fresh herbs and a lemon wedge, if desired.
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