Description
A flaky salmon fillet topped with a crunchy maple-pecan crust, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory. This elegant yet quick dish is ideal for weeknights or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets (about 600 g total)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup pecans, finely chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and olive oil.
- Spread the maple mixture evenly over the tops of the salmon fillets.
- Press chopped pecans onto the fillets, ensuring the topping adheres well.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 125–130 °F (52–54 °C).
- Remove from oven and let rest for 1–2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Swap pecans with walnuts or almonds for a different flavor.
- Honey can replace maple syrup if needed.
- Add smoked paprika or chili flakes to the glaze for extra kick.
- Mix in panko or breadcrumbs with the pecans for added crunch.
- Skinless fillets can be used if preferred.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
